Indonesia has made significant progress in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) over the past four years, moving from 102nd place in 2019 to 75th place in 2023. This improvement reflects the government's strategic approach, including the "Three Economic Engines" strategy, which focuses on revitalizing the conventional economy, developing new economic sectors like industrial down streaming and renewable energy, and strengthening social protection through programs for the vulnerable. Key initiatives like infrastructure development, cash transfer programs, and support for MSMEs and agrarian reform have helped reduce poverty and inequality, while the SDG Bond issued in 2022 aims to finance critical sectors such as health and education. Partnerships with universities and the private sector have also played a vital role in driving innovation and sustainable development.
Despite these successes, challenges remain, particularly in addressing regional disparities, where remote areas still face limited access to essential services like education and healthcare. Environmental issues, such as deforestation and pollution, also pose significant obstacles. While Indonesia's progress toward the SDGs is promising, achieving the 2030 targets requires continued collaboration across the government, private sector, educational institutions, and civil society to ensure equitable and sustainable development across the country.
Source: Firman Hidranto (2024). ‘Indonesia on the Road to the 2030 SDGs: Sustainable Development Challenges and Commitments’, Indonesia.go.id, 27 September Available at: