JakartaGlobe-Sept 12
After months of research to identify and commend regional governments for their impactful and inspiring initiatives in social and economic development, the award presentation ceremony took place on Tuesday evening in Jakarta, with the presence of Home Affairs Minister Tito Karnavian. The jury has selected 19 governments from among 548 regencies, municipalities, and provinces across the country as award winners in various categories. Sumenep coastal regency on Madura Island received the top prize for its innovative maritime security app called “SiKapal,” designed to enhance the safety of local fishermen. The app integrates global positioning systems and automatic identification systems into a device installed on fishing boats, enabling immediate search and rescue efforts in case of accidents. The East Java provincial government was a double winner, recognized for its economic development initiative and outstanding provision of basic public services. The Appreciation Gala was a collaborative effort between B-Universe Media Holdings, the Home Affairs Ministry, and the All-Indonesia Association of Regional Governments (Apkasi). The selection process involved extensive research, interviews, on-site observations, and data collection. Several regencies have initiated inspiring programs. For instance, the North Minahasa Regency government regularly organizes tourist and music festivals, successfully attracting more visitors. The Kediri government introduced informal weekly meetings between officials and residents to discuss and jointly solve regional problems. The Malang municipal government implemented an electronic system to provide health insurance for its residents. Read more at: https://jakartaglobe.id/news/19-regional-governments-and-2-companies-awarded-for-impactful-development-initiatives
