Pramono Gives Thanks as Jakarta's Economic Inequality Declines, Ensures Continuation of KJP-KJMU

Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung has revealed a significant improvement in economic inequality in Jakarta. Pramono stated that the Gini Ratio in Jakarta has decreased to 0.423 from 0.441.

“Alhamdulillah, this time there is a decrease in the Gini Ratio from 0.441 to 0.423. For Jakarta, this decline is quite significant,” said Pramono at Jakarta City Hall on Friday (17/4/2026).

Pramono described the reduction in the figure as an important achievement. In particular, he noted, the major challenge in reducing inequality in Jakarta is the presence of many high-income groups.

“All rich people are in Jakarta, almost all the money circulates in Jakarta. That’s what makes our Gini Ratio tend to be higher compared to other regions,” he stated.

Nevertheless, his administration remains committed to maintaining social safety nets to reduce inequality. Programmes such as the Kartu Jakarta Pintar (KJP), Kartu Jakarta Mahasiswa Unggul (KJMU), Kartu Lansia Jakarta (KLJ), and other social assistance are ensured to continue.

“Our Regional Budget must not reduce allocations for matters related to KJP, KJMU, KAJ, KLJ, KPJ, because these are social and economic safety nets for residents,” he emphasised.

In addition to the Gini Ratio decline, Pramono also shared positive news in the employment sector. He stated that the number of working residents in Jakarta has increased.

“The number of residents who have obtained employment has risen to 5.18 million people, or an increase of around 46,500,” he revealed.

Furthermore, the labour force participation rate has also increased to 65.47%, or up by about 0.72%. According to him, this indicates that more residents are engaging in economic activities.

Pramono said that sectors such as trade, accommodation, food and beverage, to transportation and warehousing are the main contributors to labour absorption in Jakarta. He stated that his administration will continue to expand job access through various programmes.

“This shows that Jakarta’s employment conditions, which were once a concern, have instead improved in the first quarter,” he explained.