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Gov't disburses US$54.5 million for Sumatra socio-economic recovery

The Indonesian government has allocated approximately US$54.5 million (Rp967.5 billion) to support the socio-economic recovery of communities affected by recent disasters in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. This funding, part of the ninth disbursement cycle, aims to assist over 82,000 people through various initiatives including housing support, living allowances, and economic development programs. The distribution is managed via PT Pos Indonesia to ensure efficient delivery in remote areas.

Jakarta (ANTARA) - President Prabowo Subianto has approved the allocation of Rp100.1 trillion (US$5.6 billion) for post-disaster recovery in Sumatra, which will be disbursed over a three-year period through government ministries and agencies.

"The president has issued a directive to approve the three-year post-disaster recovery budget of Rp100.1 trillion, whose disbursement will be divided into three phases," Home Minister and Sumatra Disaster Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Acceleration Task Force Head Tito Karnavian stated here on Thursday.

He explained that Rp38.9 trillion (US$2.17 billion) will be disbursed in the first phase in 2026, while the second disbursement in 2027 will be Rp32.9 trillion (US$1.84 billion), and Rp28.2 trillion (US$1.57 billion) in 2028.

The budget will be distributed to 23 government ministries such as the Public Works Ministry, Transportation Ministry, Agriculture Ministry, and Housing and Settlements Ministry, as well as 10 supporting agencies.

Karnavian said that most of the responsible ministries and agencies have applied for the recovery fund to the Finance Ministry, with five of them having received the funds and begun implementing the rehabilitation and construction works according to their responsibilities.

"The Finance Ministry is processing the application from other ministries. We appealed to the steering committee head and members, as well as the Finance Ministry, to help expedite the process," he stated.

Local authorities have also received the Rp10.6 trillion (US$593 million) regional transfer fund allocated for the three disaster-affected provinces as instructed by President Prabowo.

"Rp1.6 trillion (US$89.5 million) will be allocated to Aceh, Rp2.6 trillion (US$145 million) for West Sumatra, and Rp6.1 trillion (US$341 million) for North Sumatra," he added.

Karnavian expressed hope that the budget can be optimized by ministries and agencies, including regional governments, to expedite the reconstruction of public infrastructure and facilities affected by the disaster last year, which killed over 1,000 and caused extensive damage in several regions in Sumatra.

The minister also confirmed that his side had convened a series of meetings with regional leaders to ensure prompt resolution of issues that may arise during the reconstruction process.

Previously, the minister said that the post-disaster recovery in several areas in Sumatra has shown positive progress, with 97 percent of temporary housing for affected residents, as well as the reconstruction of public facilities, completed.

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Translator: Asep Firmansyah, Nabil Ihsan Editor: Arie Novarina Copyright © ANTARA 2026

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Source document: Presidential Decree on Disaster Funding Allocation

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Tempo (English)IndependentCenter3 days ago
Prabowo Greenlights Rp100.1tn Funds for Sumatra Disaster Recovery

President Prabowo Subianto has approved Rp100.1 trillion in funding for disaster recovery efforts following a recent incident in Sumatra.

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Antara NewsState / PublicCenter3 days ago
Prabowo approves Rp100.1 trillion for Sumatra disaster recovery

President Prabowo Subianto has approved a Rp100.1 trillion (US$5.6 billion) budget for post-disaster recovery in Sumatra, to be allocated over three years. The funds will be distributed across 23 government ministries and 10 agencies involved in reconstruction efforts. The Home Minister, Tito Karnavian, outlined the phased distribution of the budget, with the first phase set for 2026. Some ministries have already begun implementation after receiving funds.

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  • government President Prabowo Subianto
  • government Tito Karnavian, Home Minister and Task Force Head
Antara NewsState / PublicCenter4 days ago
Gov't disburses US$54.5 million for Sumatra socio-economic recovery

The Indonesian government has allocated approximately US$54.5 million (Rp967.5 billion) to support the socio-economic recovery of communities affected by recent disasters in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. This funding, part of the ninth disbursement cycle, aims to assist over 82,000 people through various initiatives including housing support, living allowances, and economic development programs. The distribution is managed via PT Pos Indonesia to ensure efficient delivery in remote areas.

Bias read (Center): The article provides factual information about government aid allocations without overtly favoring any political side. It focuses on the logistics and purpose of the funding without using emotionally charged language or selectively presenting perspectives.

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  • government Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf
  • government Post-Disaster Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Task Force (PRR) for Sumatra

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  • governmentPresidential Decree on Disaster Funding Allocation
  • governmentPresident Prabowo Subianto
  • governmentTito Karnavian, Home Minister and Task Force Head
  • governmentSocial Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf
  • governmentPost-Disaster Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Task Force (PRR) for Sumatra