Video: Indonesia's Economy in Q1 Full of Smiles, Bakom Confident RI Can Head Towards 6%

Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia - The achievement of Indonesia’s first-quarter 2026 economic growth data at 5.61% (year-on-year) has been described by Fithra Faisal, an Expert Staff Member of the Indonesian Government’s Communication Agency, as aligning with economists’ projections. Indonesia’s economy continues to be supported by domestic consumption that surged at the beginning of the year, coinciding with Eid al-Fitr and Chinese New Year celebrations. Additionally, increased investment serves as an economic driver, supported by government spending as part of the strategy for equitable distribution of national expenditure throughout the year. It is hoped that the strength of economic growth can be maintained to reach 6%. For a detailed look at the government’s steps to drive Indonesia’s economic pace, watch the dialogue between Serliana Salsabila and Fithra Faisal, Expert Staff Member of the Indonesian Government’s Communication Agency, in Closing Bell, CNBC Indonesia (Wednesday, 06/05/2026).