President Prabowo Subianto emphasized his administration’s unwavering dedication to the education of Indonesian youth during his speech on the 2026 State Budget Financial Note. He announced a record-breaking allocation of Rp 757.8 trillion for education, highlighting the importance of high-quality education in producing globally competitive human resources and eradicating poverty. The budget will prioritize raising teacher welfare, enhancing vocational training, and aligning curricula with labor market needs. Specific allocations include funding for the Smart Indonesia Program, scholarships for university students, and upgrades to school facilities. Prabowo also emphasized the importance of People’s Schools and Garuda Excellence Schools in providing quality education to underprivileged children. Additionally, he mentioned the LPDP’s role in awarding scholarships to students to nurture an intelligent and competitive generation. The President closed his address by stressing the need to advance Indonesia’s capabilities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
Prabowo Announces Record-breaking Rp 757.8 Trillion 2026 Education Budget
