What is the people's School initiative in Indonesia?

The People's School initiative is a government program in Indonesia aimed at improving the quality of education and providing safer learning environments for children. It involves the establishment of both temporary 'Pioneering people's Schools' and permanent People's Schools across the country.

How many Pioneering People's Schools are being established?

Initially,100 temporary Pioneering People's Schools are being set up,primarily utilizing revitalized assets on Ministry of Social Affairs land. These will operate for one year while permanent schools are constructed.

What is the cost of building the permanent People's Schools?

The estimated cost for constructing each permanent People's School is Rp 200 billion, which includes furniture, equipment, and dormitory facilities. Each school will occupy 6 hectares of land.

When are the permanent People's Schools expected to be completed?

Construction of the permanent People's Schools is targeted for completion by June 2026, allowing them to be operational for the school year starting in July 2026.

How many teachers will be employed in the Pioneering People's Schools?

The Pioneering People's Schools will employ 3,000 teachers, with a total of 7,000 teachers and educational staff (tendik) spread across the 100 locations.

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Q: how many students will each permanent People's School accommodate?

Each permanent People's School is designed to accommodate 1,000 students.

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Title: IHSG Prediction: Minister Sees 9,000 by Year-End

by Priya Shah – Business Editor October 17, 2025

written by Priya Shah – Business Editor

Jakarta – Despite a market downturn today, Friday, October 17, 2025, IndonesiaS Minister of ‍Finance, Purba Yudhi Sadewa, expressed strong confidence in the nation’s economic trajectory, predicting the Composite Stock⁤ Price Index (IHSG) could reach⁤ 9,000 by year-end.The IHSG closed⁣ at 7,915,down 20.91 points (2.57%) today.

Sadewa attributed his optimistic outlook ‌to ongoing government efforts to strengthen the Indonesian economy’s foundations, assuring investors there is no cause for ‍concern. He ⁢believes that as various economic‌ programs are implemented, Indonesia‘s economic profile will improve significantly. ⁣”By the end of the year, getting 9,000 is not ‍too tough. Once they know that the programme I am running is really being implemented correctly, the foundation of the economy will change,” he stated at the ministry of Public Works Office ‍in Jakarta.

Looking further ahead, Sadewa projected an even more substantial rise,⁣ forecasting the IHSG‌ to reach⁢ 35,000 by‌ 2035, ‍contingent on ⁢the ⁢continued success of ⁢current ‍programs. “As I said earlier, if I can maintain this, really expand it to 10⁤ years, 8 years from now, 2030, it will⁤ be different.‍ It could‌ be 4 times, 5⁤ times from now, ⁣from 7 thousand. So people say⁢ it’s above 35,000 or around there. But⁤ we’ll see, ⁤if I don’t get fired, okay,”‍ he added.

The Minister also viewed‍ the current decline in the JCI as⁣ a favorable possibility for investors. “I think like ⁤this, what you see is what the economic foundation will be like in the ⁢future. We ‌are⁤ seriously repairing the foundation. This will change the economic profile in the future. ⁣If investors know, there’s no need ‌to ‌be afraid. Good time to buy,” Sadewa said.

Today’s trading saw a volume of 39.95 billion shares‌ traded, valued ⁢at IDR 27,964 trillion, across 2,676,483 transactions. Of the shares ⁤traded, 116 strengthened, 598 weakened, and 94 remained stagnant. The⁢ JCI opened at 8,132,reaching a⁢ high of 8,140 and a low of 7,854 during the session.

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October 17, 2025 0 comments

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Ministry of Public Works Steps Back from IKN Construction

by Emma Walker – News Editor August 26, 2025

written by Emma Walker – News Editor

Nusantara, Indonesia – the construction of IndonesiaS new capital city, Nusantara (IKN),‌ is undergoing a ‌important transition ⁢as the‌ IKN Authority assumes⁢ full duty for ‌project progress. ‌ Previously, the Ministry of Public Works adn Public Housing (PUPR) played a leading⁤ role, but the‍ IKN Authority, established recently, is now fully operational and taking the reins.

the IKN Authority, currently led by Basuki Hadimuljono,⁤ who previously served as Minister of PUPR during the Jokowi governance, has been bolstered by the assignment of civil servants ⁢(ASN) to work directly in IKN. This shift marks a key step in the project’s evolution, moving from initial planning and groundwork led by the Ministry to implementation and completion⁤ under ⁣the dedicated IKN Authority.

President Prabowo Subianto has held several meetings with basuki Hadimuljono to discuss infrastructure development in Nusantara.‍ ⁤During‍ a meeting at the Jakarta Presidential palace on January 21,⁤ 2025, Prabowo authorized Basuki to continue IKN construction with a capital budget of Rp48.8 trillion (approximately $3.1 billion USD based on current exchange rates) over the next five years.

the Ministry of Public Works’ involvement is now limited to completing a small number of remaining⁢ projects. Diana Kusumastuti,⁣ a spokesperson ‌for the Ministry, stated that a budget of ⁣Rp14 trillion (approximately ⁣$880 million ⁤USD) has⁢ been allocated to finalize these outstanding tasks. She specifically mentioned the completion of a toll road as one of the remaining projects under the ministry’s purview.

Public Works Minister Dody ⁤Hanggodo confirmed the transition, emphasizing that while some remnant work remains, the bulk of‌ the construction will now be managed by the IKN Authority.”If we only have the remnants of work that have not been completed, but there isn’t much. The budget is ⁤enough,” Dody stated at Sentra ⁢Handayani, East Jakarta,‌ on June 29th.

the ‌establishment of the IKN Authority and the transfer of construction responsibilities represent a critical phase in the development of ‌nusantara, intended to streamline‌ the project‍ and ensure its prosperous completion as Indonesia’s future administrative center. ‌The new capital is envisioned as a lasting, smart city, designed⁤ to alleviate pressure on Jakarta and promote ⁤more equitable regional development.

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August 26, 2025 0 comments

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Requirements from Prabowo Before Bringing the Capital City Moving to IKN

by David Harrison – Chief Editor August 2, 2025

written by David Harrison – Chief Editor

New Capital City Transfer Awaits Facility Completion

Prabowo Administration Sets Infrastructure Milestone for Nusantara Move

President Prabowo Subianto‘s administration has outlined a critical prerequisite for the official transfer of Indonesia’s capital from Jakarta to Nusantara in East Kalimantan: the readiness of essential government facilities and infrastructure. The signing of the Presidential Decree will only proceed once these vital elements are in place.

Government Gears Up for Nusantara Transfer

Minister of State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi detailed the government’s timeline, stating that the goal is to have the executive, legislative, and judicial functions fully operational within Nusantara in the next three years. This period will focus on ensuring the new capital is equipped to house and support the core functions of the government.

“Yesterday the calculations were more or less hope that in the next 3 years the facilities needed to run the government, which will accommodate executive functions, legislative functions and judicial functions.”

Prasetyo Hadi also acknowledged various proposals regarding Nusantara, including suggestions for Vice President Gibran Rakabuming to be based in the new capital and for state-owned enterprises to establish offices there. He emphasized that the government remains open to all input, but the current policy direction remains firm: the new capital will only be utilized once its construction is complete.

Progress Report: Nusantara Development Underway

Recent updates from the Authority of the Capital City of Nusantara (IKN) reveal significant progress in several infrastructure projects. As of June 2025, the construction of 47 residential towers for State Civil Apparatus (ASN) and defense personnel has reached an advanced stage, with 97.46% completion.

Infrastructure funded by the Ministry of Public Works (PU) APBN has seen an overall progress of 77.365% as of May 2025, including completed projects. Deputy for Facilities and Infrastructure Danis Hidayat Sumadilaga noted that the construction of vertical residences for the TNI is at 27.32% completion.

Investment in IKN has reached 86.67% through direct investment channeled via the IKN authority, although specific figures were not disclosed. Furthermore, new infrastructure projects are currently undergoing tender processes.

Key Infrastructure Nears Completion

In terms of overall construction phases, IKN Batch 1 work was at 98.55% completion as of April 11, 2025, while Batch 2 stood at 84.04%, and Batch 3 at 48.00%. The Coordinating Ministry Office Complex also shows strong progress, with Kemenko 1 and 3 fully completed. Kemenko 2 construction is at 94%, and Kemenko 4 is at 98%.

The VVIP Airport for IKN has seen its land side component reach 100% completion as of April, with the air side construction at 97.8%. Several key projects, including the Sepaku Semoi Dam, Sepaku Sungai Intake, Integrated Waste Processing Place (TPST), Ministerial Position Houses (RTJM), the State Palace and Ceremony Field, the Garuda Palace, and the offices of the Presidential Secretariat (Setpres) and Ministry of State Secretariat, have already been fully completed.

Indonesia’s commitment to developing Nusantara as a functional capital mirrors global trends in urban relocation for administrative centers. For instance, South Korea’s move of its administrative capital to Sejong City aimed to decentralize government functions and alleviate congestion in Seoul, though challenges in fully relocating all ministries and attracting private sector investment persisted for years.

August 2, 2025 0 comments

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People’s School: Launch Date & Enrollment Details – July 2025

by Emma Walker – News Editor June 29, 2025

written by Emma Walker – News Editor

Indonesia Launches People’s School Initiative to Boost education Quality

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Indonesia Launches People’s School Initiative to Boost education Quality

Jakarta – Indonesia is ramping up its commitment to education with the People’s School initiative, set to begin on July 14, 2025. This ambitious project, spearheaded by the president, aims to cultivate healthier, better-educated, safer, and more prosperous children throughout the archipelago.

Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya emphasized the program’s noble purpose during a review in East Jakarta, stating, “We have a noble purpose in creating and building more prosperous Indonesian children.” The review included minister of social Affairs Syaifullah Yusuf, Vice Minister of Social Affairs Agus Jabo Priyono, and Minister of Public Works dody Hanggodo.

Pioneering People’s Schools: A Stepping Stone to Permanent Institutions

The initial phase involves establishing 100 temporary “Pioneering People’s schools” across Indonesia. These schools primarily utilize revitalized assets on Ministry of Social Affairs land. They will serve as temporary learning centers for one year while 100 permanent People’s Schools are constructed.

Investment in Education Infrastructure

The physical development of these Pioneering People’s School points requires significant investment. Minister of Public Works Dody Hanggodo estimates the total physical costs to range from Rp 1 trillion to Rp 1.5 trillion, encompassing furniture and equipment.

Did You Know? The Indonesian government’s 2024 budget allocated over Rp 660 trillion (approximately $41 billion USD) to education, demonstrating a strong commitment to improving educational outcomes [1].

Construction Progress Update

Nationally, the construction progress for the first 100 Pioneering People’s School points is around 80%, according to Minister Dody.The Handayani center specifically boasts a completion rate of 92%.

Student and teacher Statistics

the Pioneering People’s schools are expected to accommodate 20,000 students, according to Minister of Social Affairs Syaifullah Yusuf. These schools will be staffed by 3,000 teachers and a total of 7,000 teachers and educational staff (tendik) spread across the 100 locations.

Permanent People’s Schools: Long-Term Investment in Education

Looking ahead, the initiative includes the construction of 100 Permanent People’s Schools throughout Indonesia. Land for these schools has already been secured through cooperation with local governments.

Significant Investment per Permanent School

The construction of each permanent People’s School represents a substantial investment. Minister Dody Hanggodo estimates the cost at Rp 200 billion per school, including furniture, equipment, and dormitory facilities. each school will occupy 6 hectares of land.

permanent School Development Timeline

Currently, 60 land points have been prepared for the construction of permanent People’s Schools, each spanning 6 hectares. The Ministry of Public Works and the Ministry of Social Affairs plan to commence preparations for these new schools in September 2025. The target completion date is june 2026,allowing the schools to be operational for the school year starting in July 2026.

Target Student Enrollment

Each Permanent People’s School is designed to accommodate 1,000 students.

Pro Tip: Community involvement is crucial for the success of these schools. Engaging parents and local leaders can foster a supportive learning surroundings.

People’s School Initiative: Key Metrics

Category	Pioneering Schools (Temporary)	Permanent Schools
number of Schools	100	100
Construction cost (Total)	Rp 1 Trillion – Rp 1.5 Trillion	rp 200 Billion per school
Students	20,000	1,000 per school
Teachers & Staff	7,000	TBD

What impact do you think this initiative will have on the future of Indonesian education? How can local communities best support these new schools?

The Importance of Education in Indonesia

Indonesia, with its vast archipelago and diverse population, faces unique challenges in providing equitable access to quality education. Initiatives like the People’s school program are crucial for addressing these challenges and fostering a skilled and educated workforce.Investing in education is essential for Indonesia’s continued economic growth and social development. According to the World Bank, improving education quality is key to unlocking Indonesia’s potential and reducing poverty [2].

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June 29, 2025 0 comments