Jakarta Deputy Governor, Rano Karno, appreciated the steps taken by the Bank Indonesia Representative Office in launching the Connect Jakarta program.

Commitment and collective spirit to build the future of Jakarta

The program themed 'Strengthening Synergy and Collaboration for a Global Jakarta' was launched at the Movenpick Hotel, Central Jakarta, Thursday (5/8).

According to him, Jakarta, which is in the process of transforming into a competitive global city and the economic epicenter of Indonesia, continues to move forward through infrastructure development, improvement of public service quality, and the development of the trade, financial services, and information and communication technology sectors.

"Synergy and collaboration between the government and all stakeholders play a crucial role in the dynamics of development. We express our gratitude for the commitment and collective spirit to build the future of Jakarta," he explained.

He added Jakarta's transformation into a global city must be supported by innovations that enhance efficiency, productivity, and economic sustainability.

Therefore, a collaborative approach through pentahelix synergy plays a crucial role in identifying the root issues, formulating targeted policies, and finding innovative solutions to accelerate the development of Jakarta.

"Hopefully, today's forum will be an inspiring space to generate productive discussions, new perspectives, and concrete initiatives to drive the economic progress of Jakarta, both at the national and global levels," he asserted.

I hope today's forum becomes an inspiring space to generate productive discussions, new perspectives, and real initiatives to drive Jakarta's economic progress, both nationally and globally," he asserted.

Jakarta Branch Bank Indonesia Representative Office Head, Arlyana Abubakar, stated that at the beginning of 2025, the world will be marked by increasing global economic uncertainty.

The situation triggered by the United States' reciprocal tariff policy is expected to lower the global economic growth forecast for 2025 from an initial 3.2 to 2.9.

Nevertheless, he is grateful that Indonesia's economic release in the first quarter of 2025 can still grow strongly at a national rate of 4.87 percent, while Jakarta grew even higher at 4.95 percent.

In response to this situation, he initiated three programs namely, Protect Jakarta, Forward Jakarta, and Connect Jakarta.

He explained the Connect Jakarta program launched today serves as a meeting space for joint commitments across sectors, including government, business actors, academics, communities, and media, to build a foundation for inclusive and sustainable collaboration.

"With the spirit of Connect Jakarta, all regional development actors can actively contribute to promoting Jakarta as an inclusive, resilient, and sustainable global city," he stated.