Government spending in West Nusa Tenggara reaches IDR 2.51 trillion in January 2026

Mataram (ANTARA) - The Directorate General of Treasury (DJPb) of West Nusa Tenggara (NTB) province recorded that government spending reached IDR 2.51 trillion, or 11.16% of the total budget from the State Revenue and Expenditure Budget (APBN) as of January 31, 2026.

The Head of DJPb NTB, Ratih Hapsari Kusumawardani, said that this achievement reflects the active role of the APBN in driving the regional economy from the beginning of the year.

“We are optimistic that the APBN will continue to maintain stability and support the momentum of national economic growth throughout 2026,” she said in Mataram, NTB, on Thursday.

Ratih explained that the details of government spending consist of central government spending of IDR 326.62 billion, or 4.21% of the budget, which is used to support various public services in the region.

In addition, the realization of transfer funds to the region until the end of January 2026 was recorded at IDR 2.185.40 billion, or 14.81% of the APBN budget.

The central government has also disbursed revenue sharing funds amounting to IDR 27.19 billion for the management of natural resources and the collection of taxes in West Nusa Tenggara. Meanwhile, special non-physical allocation funds amounted to IDR 648.59 billion, with IDR 119.48 billion of which being used for the payment of teacher professional allowances.

“The APBN plays a role in maintaining economic activity and supporting regional development activities,” said Ratih.

On the revenue side, Ratih added, the realization of state revenue reached IDR 294.83 billion, or 5.27% of the APBN target. This performance was supported by tax, customs and excise receipts, as well as non-tax state revenue (PNBP).

The government is committed to always encouraging inclusive development, starting from the provision of basic services, infrastructure development, to social protection for vulnerable groups.

“Overall, the 2026 APBN continues to function optimally as a shock absorber as well as an engine for economic growth,” Ratih concluded.