Rincian Pemangkasan Anggaran Kementerian/Lembaga | Sindo Today | 09/02

Summary

In a recent address, President Prabowo Subianto emphasized the need for budget efficiency across ministries and agencies, aiming to eliminate ineffective programs and reduce unnecessary expenditures such as overseas trips and ceremonial costs. A significant budget cut is set to prioritize key programs like the free nutritious meals initiative (MBG), which aims to support millions of children. The Ministry of Finance has issued instructions for a 6.69 trillion IDR budget savings to fund critical government initiatives. Despite financial constraints, the MBG program is set to expand its reach, serving more children in the coming months.

Takeaways

• 😀 President Prabowo Subianto has instructed ministries to cut unnecessary spending in 2025.
• 😀 The budget cuts focus on non-priority programs that cannot be measured for public benefit.
• 😀 Employee salaries (ASN) and public service obligations (PSO) will remain unaffected by the cuts.
• 😀 Ministries will adjust their savings based on their core tasks and responsibilities.
• 😀 Major cuts include reducing office supplies (ATK) by 90% and printing/souvenirs by 75.9%.
• 😀 Foreign travel, ceremonial events, and non-priority spending are to be significantly reduced.
• 😀 Consultant services will see a 45.7% reduction, and business trips (domestic and international) by 53.9%.
• 😀 Savings from the cuts will be allocated to priority programs such as the Makanan Bergizi Gratis (MBG) initiative.
• 😀 The MBG program aims to provide free nutritious meals to children, benefiting 6 million recipients by August 2025.
• 😀 The total savings from the budget cuts are targeted at Rp 6.69 trillion, with Rp 56.10 trillion coming from ministries and Rp 50.59 trillion from local governments.

Q & A

What is the primary objective of President Prabowo Subianto's budget directive?

The primary objective is to achieve budget efficiency by cutting spending on programs that do not provide measurable benefits to the public, while preserving key public services and employee salaries.

What areas are being targeted for budget cuts by the government?

The government is focusing on cutting spending in areas such as office supplies, ceremonial activities, international travel, consultancy services, and other non-priority items.

Which key areas are exempt from budget cuts?

Public services and employee salaries are exempt from budget cuts to ensure that essential services continue without disruption.

How will the savings from the budget cuts be utilized?

The savings will be allocated to finance priority programs, including the Free Nutrition Meal Program (MBG), aimed at providing free meals to vulnerable populations.

What is the Free Nutrition Meal Program (MBG)?

The MBG program is designed to provide free nutritious meals to vulnerable groups, targeting 6 million recipients by August 2025, with a focus on ensuring better nutrition for children.

What is the total target savings for the 2025 budget?

The government aims to save a total of 6.69 trillion IDR in 2025, which will be distributed across various budget cuts and priority programs.

How much of the savings will come from cuts in ministries and regional government budgets?

The savings from cuts in ministries and regional government budgets are estimated to be around 56.10 trillion IDR.

What other areas will see significant reductions in the budget?

Other areas facing significant reductions include travel expenses (both domestic and international), office supplies, consultancy fees, and ceremonial costs.

How does the government plan to ensure the success of the MBG program despite limited funds?

Despite limited funds, the government plans to use the savings from various budget cuts, such as reducing office supplies and non-priority activities, to fund the MBG program and expand its reach.

What was the original budget for the MBG program, and how does it compare to the new funding?

The original budget for the MBG program was 71 trillion IDR, which only covered expenses until June 2025. With the new budget adjustments, the program aims to expand its reach and provide meals to more children across the country.