Bandar Lampung Anniversary: Official Urges Strengthening Regional Economy

During the 344th anniversary of Bandar Lampung, Indonesia's Ministry of Home Affairs Secretary-General Tomsi Tohir called for a united effort to bolster the region's economic growth. He specifically pointed to the strengthening of micro, small, and medium enterprises (UMKM) as a key area for development. Tohir, speaking at the opening of the Bandar Lampung Expo 2026, noted the city's positive development trajectory in recent years. He cited an economic growth rate of 5.72%, which surpasses the national average, and acknowledged the city's accolades, particularly in UMKM advancement. "Let us strengthen our shared commitment through this 344th anniversary to make Bandar Lampung a city with strong economic growth," Tohir stated. He stressed that true development success is measured not just by statistics but by tangible benefits to the community. The expo, he added, serves as a vital platform to display the progress of UMKM participants and boost the competitiveness of local products. "If we look only at the numbers, they are just numbers, but from the results, we can see together over the next few days how our UMKM have progressed," he remarked. Tohir also pointed to other positive indicators, such as increased vehicle ownership and a declining unemployment rate, suggesting a rise in community welfare supported by regional economic expansion. He concluded by expressing hope for Bandar Lampung's continued growth into a developed, independent, innovative, resilient, cultured, and prosperous city.