DIALOG DAN ORASI KEBANGSAAN

Summary

At a PA GMNI event in Jakarta, General Chairperson Prof. Arif Hidayat welcomed Governor Pramono Anung Wibowo and praised his approach of continuing useful programs begun by previous governors. Hidayat described PA GMNI as an intellectual organization grounded in Pancasila, Bung Karno’s teachings, and Marhaenism, with a commitment to representing ordinary people.

In his national address, Pramono said that after learning Jakarta would face a Rp15 trillion reduction in revenue-sharing funds, he chose to protect and expand spending on education, health care, and social assistance. He argued that justice must be felt in people’s daily lives, rather than remain a promise on paper. The figures he cited included:

• A poverty rate of 3.96%, down from a longstanding level above 4%
• A Gini ratio improving from 0.442 to 0.435
• Economic growth of 5.52%
• Inflation of 2.5–2.7%
• Investment of Rp270 trillion
• A Human Development Index of 85.05

Education and Health Care

Pramono highlighted education and health measures as central to reducing inequality. He said more than 707,000 students receive Jakarta Smart Cards, while around 15,800 receive Jakarta Superior Student Cards, which are now available for postgraduate as well as undergraduate study.

He outlined a planned overseas scholarship program for students from disadvantaged Jakarta families, alongside free public schooling and 103 free private schools. He also reported school renovations and said health services are free for residents with Jakarta identity cards. These services include 31 hospitals, 44 community health centers, and 292 auxiliary centers.

Transparency and Public Projects

Pramono attributed the city’s ability to fund public projects to greater transparency in development rules and contributions. He said a new gubernatorial regulation limits discretionary decision-making and clarifies fees and requirements, helping build public trust and encouraging tax payments and private-sector contributions. He cited school renovations, parks, and other public spaces as examples of projects supported through these arrangements.

Transport and Regional Connectivity

Pramono said congestion is driven partly by the millions of people commuting into Jakarta from surrounding areas. He presented Trans Jabodetabek routes, alongside the MRT, LRT, TransJakarta, and commuter rail, as ways to improve regional connections.

He said public-transport connectivity had reached 93%, with free travel available to 15 groups and six additional groups planned. He also described plans to continue the Jakarta LRT, develop the Dukuh Atas interchange, and connect Jakarta International Stadium with Ancol and rail access.

Continuity and City Management

A recurring theme was continuity across administrations. Pramono cited projects associated with Ahok, Bang Yos, Anies Baswedan, and Fauzi Bowo, arguing that good initiatives should be completed rather than abandoned because of a new leader’s ego.

He also described opening and improving parks, extending access to public spaces, and improving city management. Pramono said Jakarta’s global-city standing had improved and emphasized the importance of visible leadership and coordination among city and security authorities, including during periods of unrest.

Presenters and Contributors

• Prof. Arif Hidayat — General Chairperson of the PA GMNI Central Executive Board.
• Pramono Anung Wibowo — Governor of Jakarta and keynote speaker.
• Abdi Yuana — PA GMNI Secretary General; his report was acknowledged during the event.
• Event emcee — Unnamed in the subtitles.