Empowerment of Villages is the Key to Indonesia's Economic Growth, says Coordinating Minister Muhaimin

The national development of Indonesia is unsustainable without empowering villages, as stated by Coordinating Minister for Community Empowerment Abdul Muhaimin Iskandar. During a significant event in Jakarta on February 14, 2026, he emphasized that villages play a foundational role in achieving the country’s economic goals. Technological opportunities and inclusion programs will be key to this. Muhaimin highlighted the role of various organizations such as APUDSI in supporting village-level economic initiatives that will be paired with comprehensive management methods and expanded access to capital. According to Muhaimin, technological adaptation is also crucial for achieving global competitiveness.