Indonesia to Keep Subsidized Fuel Prices Stable, Finance Minister Cites 'Fiscal Space'
Indonesian Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa announced that subsidized fuel (BBM subsidi) prices will remain unchanged. He stated this policy could extend beyond the end of this year, potentially for several years, highlighting the government's sufficient fiscal space. This decision prioritizes inflation control and public stability despite rising global crude oil prices.
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