Jakarta – Indonesia’s economic performance in the first quarter of 2026 demonstrated positive and encouraging results amidst ongoing global economic challenges. National economic growth reached 5.61 percent, placing Indonesia among the countries with the highest economic growth among G20 members.
The Chairman of the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Anindya Bakrie, expressed his appreciation for the government’s various strategic steps, which he believes are beginning to show tangible results for the national economy.
“We appreciate the government’s performance. Government programs implemented since early 2025 are starting to show results this year,” said Anindya.
According to him, Indonesia’s economic growth of 5.61 percent is a commendable achievement, surpassing several other G20 countries during the same period.
“This is a proud achievement,” he said.
This achievement is considered to reflect Indonesia’s economic resilience amidst global uncertainty. Various strategic government programs, such as accelerated state spending, the free nutritious meal program, and large-scale housing development, are considered important factors in driving national economic activity.
Furthermore, increased investment activity and the opening of new export markets have also contributed positively to national economic growth. This is evident in the realization of investment in the first quarter of 2026, which reached IDR 498.8 trillion, representing 7.2 percent annual growth.
“Recently, we have succeeded in opening new export markets. Although we are just starting, the impact is already visible, including on incoming investment,” said Anindya.
The external sector also showed positive developments, with a trade balance surplus of US$3.32 billion in March 2026. This surplus extends Indonesia’s positive trade trend over the past decades and is a strong indicator of national economic resilience.
Furthermore, data from the Central Statistics Agency (BPS) shows that government spending grew significantly by 21.81 percent, while household consumption remained stable at 5.52 percent. The combination of domestic consumption, investment, and exports is considered the main pillar of Indonesia’s current economic growth.
The Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) assesses that various government policies have created a strong ripple effect on various sectors of the national economy.
“This reflects a very strong multiplier effect on the domestic economy,” explained Anindya.
Looking ahead, optimism for the sustainability of national economic growth remains strong, as the government consistently implements various strategic programs that support Indonesia’s economic stability and growth.