The issuance of the NIBs is aimed at demonstrating that the process of obtaining the numbers is free of charge and not complicated, the minister explained in Sorong on Wednesday, adding that NIBs can support Southwest Papuan MSE actors to succeed in developing their businesses.
"I give the NIB in order to ensure that MSE players have the identification numbers required to exercise their rights to run businesses," he said.
The issuance of the NIBs is also an effort from the central government to encourage the governments of Southwest Papua province and its regions to proactively assist all MSE players in obtaining them, he added.
"I would like to call on provincial and district governments to be more proactive in approaching MSE players that have not yet obtained NIBs and provide them with the finest services, so they can exercise their rights to run businesses," Lahadalia said.
He added that people can apply for NIBs without paying or waiting for a long time.
"The process of obtaining NIBs is easy, swift, and completely free of charge," he emphasized.
The Investment Minister then said that he expects regional governments to follow up on his initiative by providing convenience to those seeking to obtain business permits, which, it is hoped, would help develop people's businesses.
Meanwhile, acting governor of Southwest Papua, Muhammad Musa'ad, lauded the minister for his genuine concern for the well-being of MSE actors in Southwest Papua.
"I appreciate the Investment Minister for siding with the MSE players. This will encourage us to take strategic steps to fulfill the business rights of Southwest Papuan MSE actors," he said.
He then instructed all regional leaders in the province to direct their officials to serve MSE players by helping them obtain NIBs.
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