Introductory Remarks of President of the Republic of Indonesia During Limited Meeting on Acceleration of Economic Activities and Tourism after PPKM Policy Revocation, Presidential Office, in DKI Jakarta Province, January 30, 2023

Assalamu’alaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh,

May peace be upon us all,

Distinguished Vice President of the Republic of Indonesia;

Ladies and Gentlemen,

This afternoon, we would like to begin a limited meeting on Economic Activities and Tourism after PPKM Policy Revocation.

First and foremost, I noticed on the ground that Manado has started to welcome tourists. In Bali, flights have started to bring in both international and domestic tourists.

I would like to ask a report from Minister of Tourism [on tourist statistic] including investment in tourism sector, especially in Labuan Bajo, Mandalika, Toba, and Likupang.

Second, on economy including issues related inflation and increase in goods and service prices. I noticed that it must be concerned, especially related to [the price] of rice, as well as [the price] of cooking oil. It must be monitored.

On investment, I would like to order Coordinating Minister for Maritime and Investments Affairs, Minister of Investment to deliver a report on what we have to do in 2023, especially breakthrough for increasing investment in our country.

That concludes my speech.

(AP/EP)