Indonesian Economy First? It's Misleading!

Analyzing Indonesia’s economic growth in 2025 at 5.39%, misleading claims have emerged that the country ranks ‘first’ among G20 nations. This narrative is employed not only to craft a positive government image but also to suppress structural criticism and maintain power legitimacy.

The key issue is that these claims are not based on accurate statistics but rather serve as tools of political propaganda. They distort the reality, representing Indonesia’s economic growth as a victory over developed countries like the USA or Japan, which is misleading.

Indonesia’s role in the global capitalist system is as a supplier of raw materials and a consumption market, while developed nations are centers of capital accumulation and innovation. Indonesia’s economic growth often indicates an intensification of resource and labor exploitation rather than an improvement in general welfare.

Comparing Indonesia’s economic development with leading world economies is a logical fallacy. This results from differences in economic structures and production bases, making Indonesia dependent on international markets and technological transfers.