Press Statement of President of the Republic of Indonesia after Inspection of Delimas Traditional Market at Lubuk Pakam, Deli Serdang Regency, North Sumatra Province, September 10, 2024

President of the Republic of Indonesia (Joko Widodo)
Well, I have checked prices at the market and everything appears to be in order. In fact, some prices have decreased; for example, shallots are now priced between Rp22,000 and Rp25,000 per kilogram. Garlic is at Rp37,000 per kilogram, red chilies are Rp20,000 per kilogram, and cayenne pepper is Rp60,000 per kilogram. I think the prices seem reasonable, and we hope this will positively influence inflation in our country.

Reporter
Sir, could you explain the reason for working at the new capital of Nusantara (IKN) for 40 days?

President of the Republic of Indonesia (Joko Widodo)
Oh, no, not like that. I actually visit all regions.

Reporter
Does this mean that the 40 days are not necessarily spent entirely in the IKN, Sir?

President of the Republic of Indonesia (Joko Widodo)
Oh, no. I will visit several regions, so I might end up leaving directly from the IKN.

Reporter
Are you referring to the old airport or the new one, Sir?

President of the Republic of Indonesia (Joko Widodo)
Well, we’ll see the conditions. If the new airport is ready for operations, we’ll use it. Otherwise, we’ll use the old airport in Balikpapan.

Reporter
Sir, did you leave any farewell messages for local traders and people of Deli Serdang?

President of the Republic of Indonesia (Joko Widodo)
Yes, I said goodbye. With only a month and a half left in office, I wanted to take the time to say farewell to the people and apologize if any policies have caused dissatisfaction.

Reporter
What activities are taking place in the IKN, Sir? Is it mainly the Cabinet Meeting?

President of the Republic of Indonesia (Joko Widodo)
Yes, there are meetings with ministers, hosting guests as usual, and also groundbreaking ceremonies for several new investments.

(RIF/LW)