Press Statement of President of the Republic of Indonesia during the Inspection of Kambara Market in West Muna Regency, Southeast Sulawesi Province, May 13, 2024

President of the Republic of Indonesia (Joko Widodo)

Well, most importantly, I have visited Kambara market, in West Muna regency. I wanted to check the price of basic commodities, especially rice. I am happy that medium rice’s price was at Rp12,600, while premium rice’s price was slightly above Rp13,000, I think it is good. Then, chili’s price, birdeye chilli’s, was at Rp55,000, onion’s price at Rp50,000, and I think the price of other commodities here is good.

Journalist

Sir, any additional Presidential Instruction budget for West Muna regency?

President of the Republic of Indonesia (Joko Widodo)

This year, I have instructed Minister for Public Works and Housing to improve the roads in Muna or West Muna regency through Presidential Instruction on Regional Roads whose budget amounting to Rp15 trillion nationally. Last year, the budget was Rp14.6 trillion, while this year, it raises to Rp15 trillion. However, the roads here are also in good condition, no poor roads.

Journalist

Sir, for traditional market, is there any budget to be given to Muna Barat regency, sir? Budget for traditional market development, sir?

President of the Republic of Indonesia (Joko Widodo)

Traditional market development is possible when necessary. Mr. Regent, is it necessary to develop the traditional market? If it is necessary, then the local market will be developed this year or next year. Sir? This year? It will be planned this year, this year, the realization will be carried out by the new government.

(AW/MMB)