Indonesia Economic Quarterly : Private Investment is Essential

World Bank

World Bank, Washington, DC

关键词: economic growth;    trade;    capital flows;    fiscal policy;    inflation;   

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学科分类：社会科学、人文和艺术（综合）

来源: World Bank Open Knowledge Repository

【 摘 要 】

This Indonesia Economic Quarterly (IEQ)report discusses about the private investment which isessential for the economic growth of Indonesia. Indonesianeeds to adjust to a global economy marked by slower growth,low commodity prices, and weaker trade and capital flows. Inthe short term, fiscal stimulus will help, but higherprivate investment is required for a firm recovery. Part C.1of this edition further explores the issue of logisticssector reform. As Indonesia’s economy expanded rapidly since2000, its freight logistics system has struggled to keep up.Indonesia’s transition to a more sustainable energy path canbe supported by aligning pricing, regulations, andinvestment policies. The ultimate objective of the reformagenda is to reverse the recent trend of slower povertyreduction and rising inequality. Indonesians think reducinginequality is an urgent government priority. In addition tosocial protection programs and eradicating corruption,policies that create better work opportunities topped thelist of policies respondents identified as important toaddress inequality.