First Quarter, Jakarta's Economy Grows 6.48 Percent

According to Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS), entering 2017, Jakarta economy become more solid with the high growth. In the first quarter, Jakarta's economy grows 6.48 percent year on year (yoy).

This first quarter growth is the highest since 2013

Jakarta BPS Head, Thoman Pardosi said, price stability is maintained even with deflation in april which recorded 0.02 percent, and 3.70 percent yoy.

"This first quarter growth is the highest since 2013," he said, Friday (5/26).

Jakarta's Economy Growth in 2016 Stable

He explained, economy growth is supported by home industry consumption which growing quite high as many as 5.97 percent yoy along with public expectation which is better towards economy condition.

Meanwhile, Jakarta Secretary, Saefullah expressed, improving community welfare is reflected in the decline of poverty, inequality, and unemployment numbers.

"Human Development Index (IPM) is increased 0.61 points from last year. It is from 78.99 into 79.60 which become the high IPM level," he said.

According to him, economy growth must be qualified and have an impact in inequality and poverty alleviation, ensuring more job opportunities and community welfare which reflects social justice.

"Still, we must not careless and complacent for various economy development achievements right now. Jakarta as a Capital must become an image of Indonesia's development," he closed.