Davos, Switzerland, January 18, 2026 – Indonesia’s economic policies are meticulously data-driven, a cornerstone of the nation’s stability and fiscal prudence, President Prabowo Subianto declared today at the World Economic Forum in Davos. It’s a strategy that’s clearly working, but can it withstand the escalating headwinds of global economic uncertainty?
Indonesia’s Economic Resilience: A Data-Driven Approach
President Subianto emphasizes the importance of fiscal discipline and national unity for sustained economic growth.
- Indonesia has maintained a consistent record of honoring its debt obligations throughout its history.
- The nation’s economic policies are formulated based on thorough data analysis.
- President Subianto highlighted the critical link between peace, stability, and economic prosperity.
- Indonesia’s growth has remained above 5 percent despite global economic challenges.
What’s the secret to Indonesia’s economic stability? According to President Subianto, it’s a combination of carefully calibrated policies, a commitment to fiscal discipline, and a prioritization of national unity over division.
“Our policies have been and will always be well calibrated,” Prabowo stated during his special address at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026. He explained that Indonesia’s consistent focus on unity, collaboration, and friendship has been instrumental in achieving the national stability necessary for effective economic policymaking.
The president underscored a basic principle: “History teaches us that peace and stability are our most valuable assets. Peace and stability are the ultimate prerequisites for growth and prosperity. there will be no prosperity without peace.”
Subianto also stressed the importance of maintaining Indonesia’s credibility in economic and fiscal management. He noted that successive administrations have consistently honored commitments made by their predecessors, preserving a hard-earned reputation for reliability. “Our credibility, hard-earned over many years, has been preserved. Credibility, once lost, is very expensive to regain,” he cautioned.
Policy discipline and continuity in economic governance are essential for sustaining long-term growth and maintaining global confidence,Prabowo added. The World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026, held from January 19 to 23 under the theme “A Spirit of Dialog,” brings together global leaders, economists, academics, and practitioners to address pressing economic challenges.
Indonesia’s economic performance remains robust, with growth exceeding 5 percent despite ongoing global uncertainty.
