Jakarta, Sept. 20 -- Under President Prabowo Subianto's leadership, the Indonesian government has introduced a new set of incentives and programs to stimulate economic growth, reduce unemployment, and foster a more conducive investment climate amid global uncertainty.

At the Presidential Palace in Jakarta on September 15, Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto outlined eight initiatives to be accelerated this year, four to continue into 2026, and five focused on workforce empowerment.

This policy package follows the Rp24.44 trillion (approximately US$1.5 billion) budget mobilized last May for similar stimulus measures, which included wage subsidies, public transport and toll road discounts, food aid, and a 50 perc...