Pramono Reaffirms Government's Pro-People Policies

Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung reaffirmed his commitment to transforming Jakarta into a global city and a national economic hub.

"...to ensure that the city becomes safer, more comfortable, and a happier place for its residents,"

The statement was made as he opened the Regional Coordination Meeting of the Muhammadiyah Student Association (IMM) DKI Jakarta at Balai Agung, Jakarta City Hall, on Friday (10/17).

In his speech, Pramono expressed his ambition to place Jakarta among the top 50 global cities within the next five years.

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"I am fully preparing Jakarta for transformation into a global city and, at the same time, a national economic hub," Pramono asserted.  

Still, Jakarta currently faces several major challenges, one of which is the Gini ratio, or social inequality. He noted that social disparity in Jakarta has risen, moving from 0.388 in 2024 to 0.423 in 2025.  

"What does that mean? Almost everyone wealthy in this republic lives in Jakarta. Meanwhile, there is also a low-income group," he said.  

To address this, Pramono stressed the importance of pro‑people policies. Although Jakarta's city budget (APBD) has been reduced by around Rp 15 trillion due to cuts in central government revenue sharing, Pramono assured that social‑welfare programs would not be affected.

These programs include the Jakarta Smart Card (KJP) for 707,513 students, the Jakarta Excellent Student Card (KJMU) for 16,979 students, which now also covers up to master's and doctoral levels, and the diploma amnesty program for 6,652 students.  

In addition, the provincial government is preparing scholarship programs similar to LPDP for overseas study.

"Because it is not possible to become a global city while being inward-looking. Some things can be reduced, but the essentials must not be reduced at all," he stated.  

According to Pramono, these initiatives aim to break the cycle of misfortune among residents in need. He also expressed hope for synergy between the Jakarta Provincial Government and IMM in supporting Jakarta's transformation.

Furthermore, Pramono also elaborated on city government's efforts to transform Jakarta into a safer, more comfortable, and more inclusive city. These efforts include expanding Transjabodetabek public transportation services, improving public spaces, revitalizing stalled infrastructure projects such as abandoned monorail pillars on Jalan Rasuna Said, and utilizing idle land at Sumber Waras Hospital.

"Hopefully next year, we can begin constructing a new Class A hospital owned by the Jakarta Provincial Government on the 3.6-hectare site currently occupied by Sumber Waras Hospital," he shared.  

To develop Jakarta, the city government is not solely relying on the City Budget (APBD) but is also exploring creative financing methods to ensure projects continue despite a reduced budget next year.

"It is the duty of the Jakarta Government under my leadership to ensure that the city becomes safer, more comfortable, and a happier place for its residents," he mentioned.

Meanwhile, Lutfiadi, Chairperson of the Muhammadiyah Student Association (IMM) Jakarta Regional Board, expressed his appreciation to Governor Pramono Anung for the full support and facilities provided for IMM's Regional Coordination Meeting (Rakorda).

He also praised the Governor's programs in advancing Jakarta as a global city. According to him, IMM Jakarta is committed to supporting the vision of a global and culturally rich Jakarta through programs that enhance the quality of its members.

"We truly appreciate all the efforts made for the advancement of Jakarta. We value the Governor's programs," he added.

The IMM Rakorda carries the theme “Shaping Jakarta Towards a Global and Cultured City” and will address a range of issues faced by Jakarta over the next three days.