In 2020, when Indonesia was hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, MSMEs were able to support our economy
Palembang, South Sumatra (ANTARA) - The Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) stated that it is focusing on programs that are aimed at empowering micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in 2023.

Kadin General Chairperson Arsjad Rasjid stated here on Tuesday that his side is focusing on the empowerment of MSMEs, as they are the foundation and basis of the national economy.

“In 2020, when Indonesia was hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, MSMEs were able to support our economy. Thus, it becomes the reason for us to focus on MSMEs’ empowerment this year,” Rasjid stated while delivering his remarks at the inauguration of the South Sumatra Kadin executive board.

He explained that in those empowerment programs, MSMEs are provided with assistance, such as through technology transfer, financing access, and market access expansion.

Rasjid highlighted that the synergy between Kadin and the government is paramount to boosting the country's economic power.

He also urged South Sumatra Kadin to support three priority programs of Kadin in 2023: the 2045 Golden Indonesia Roadmap, ASEAN Business Advisory Council 2023, and Kadin Impact Award.

Regional Secretary of South Sumatra Supriono is optimistic of the role of entrepreneurs becoming more maximal in carrying efforts to empower the community, both formally and informally.

"I hope Kadin would improve cooperation with the government amid the current economic slowdown," he stated.

Supriono is also upbeat that Kadin would serve as an example for other organizations in supporting the improvement of the community's economy by helping the government in handling various problems related to the economy in South Sumatra.

South Sumatra Kadin Chairperson Affandi Uji stated that his side is ready to become the "locomotive" for economic advancement in South Sumatra by cooperating with all sectors of the government.

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