Indonesia Prepares to Become a First-World Country

On February 11, 2026, in Bandung, the Coordinating Minister for Community Empowerment, Abdul Muhaimin Iskandar, emphasized the need for Indonesia to become a leading country on the global stage. Speaking at the Bandung Institute of Technology, he highlighted the role of industry as a principal tool for societal progress. Muhaimin stated that Indonesia has long remained at a middle-income level, and it is time to move forward. Inclusive economic development is a key factor in achieving this goal.