RRI.CO.ID, Jakarta - The Indonesian government reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining the momentum of national economic growth, which is showing an accelerating trend. This follows the latest data indicating economic growth rose to 5.61 percent from the previous 5.39 percent.

Indonesida's Finance Minister, Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa, conveyed the update after a meeting with President Prabowo Subianto and members of the Financial System Stability Committee (KSSK) at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta, Tuesday, May 5, 2026. He said the improvement reflects a shift toward a stronger expansion phase.

The minister affirmed that economic growth figure released today at 5.61, we discussed with the President that we have indeed been able to reverse the direction of the economy. "Previously it was 5.39, now 5.61, compared to earlier periods around five or slightly below five. So our economy is experiencing acceleration,” the minister said during press statement after the meeting.

He added that the upward trend signals the effectiveness of government policies in supporting recovery while accelerating growth. The government plans to sustain this momentum through coordinated and targeted economic measures.

Efforts include strengthening coordination with the central bank to maintain liquidity in the financial system. Additional stimulus is also being prepared to boost economic activity in the second quarter.

Purbaya further said the stimulus package is expected to be implemented soon as part of efforts to sustain growth. The measures aim to ensure that economic expansion continues amid global uncertainties.

In addition, the government is also preparing steps to stabilize the rupiah by diversifying financing sources. One key initiative is the planned issuance of Panda bonds in China with more competitive interest rates.

This strategy is intended to reduce reliance on the US dollar and improve financial resilience. It reflects a broader policy direction that combines growth acceleration with currency stability measures.