Volunteer Group Says Pertamax Price Hike Unavoidable

The increase in non-subsidised fuel prices has returned to public attention amidst the recent rise in global energy costs. The fluctuation in world oil prices, influenced by various geopolitical factors, is considered to have an impact on fuel price adjustments in various countries, including Indonesia. The Chairman of Laskar Trisakti 08, Fernando Rorimpandey, assessed that the change in Pertamax prices is a difficult-to-avoid consequence of following energy price developments on the international market. According to Fernando, non-subsidised fuel prices are fundamentally dynamic and can rise or fall according to global market conditions. “Non-subsidised fuel prices are heavily influenced by world oil price developments. When global energy prices rise, it will certainly put pressure on domestic selling prices. Conversely, if world prices fall, fuel prices also have the potential for adjustment,” he said in a written statement on Tuesday (10/6). Fernando added that the government maintains its commitment to ensuring public access to subsidised fuels like Pertalite and Solar so that the people’s economic sector continues to function. He views this policy as an effort to maintain people’s purchasing power amidst global economic uncertainty. He also assessed that the current energy price pressures are not only being experienced by Indonesia but also by various other countries facing the impact of geopolitical tensions and international commodity price fluctuations. Nevertheless, Fernando considers Indonesia’s current economic conditions different from the economic crisis period of the late 1990s. He stated that national economic fundamentals remain relatively intact and are supported by a democratic system and better financial sector stability. “The current situation is different from previous crisis conditions. Challenges do exist, but Indonesia’s economic foundation is now much stronger, and various economic management instruments are better prepared to face global shocks,” he said. Fernando invited the public to remain calm and not be easily influenced by information that could trigger panic amidst the dynamic global economic situation. He hopes all parties can jointly maintain stability and support the government’s efforts to address economic challenges originating from external factors. “We need to view this situation objectively. The current challenges are not only faced by Indonesia but also many other countries. Therefore, cooperation and optimism are needed so that the national economy continues to grow and remain stable,” concluded Fernando.