Prabowo Upbeat Indonesia's Economy Can Hit 6 Percent in 2026

President Prabowo Subianto expressed confidence that Indonesia's economic growth could reach 6 percent by the end of 2026. This optimistic outlook is supported by the steady increase in investment realization and robust economic performance observed in the first half of 2026. In 2025, investment realized amounted to Rp1,931 trillion, creating around 2.7 million jobs.

The first half of 2026 saw investment realization of Rp1,010 trillion, which employed about 1.4 million individuals. Macroeconomically, the nation posted a 5.61 percent growth in the first quarter of 2026 and a cumulative 5.45 percent growth in the first half of the year, marking the highest first-quarter and first-half growth rates in the last 13 years.

Prabowo expressed assurance that with sensible policies, the economic growth can surpass 6 percent this year during his State Address at the MPR Annual Session in Jakarta on August 14, 2026. However, he emphasized that economic growth and investment figures are not the sole measures of the administration's success. Economic advancement must translate into tangible benefits for the public, especially low-income individuals.

The administration should ensure that the fruits of high growth directly improve the quality of life for the people, particularly those at the bottom. Prabowo also stressed that the government cannot overlook citizens facing financial struggles and food insecurity. As a G20 member, Indonesia cannot allow its people to continue experiencing hunger. A strong nation is one that can feed its own population, Prabowo concluded.