Situbondo Regent Pledges Economic Growth Through Investment

Situbondo Regent Yusuf Rio Wahyu Prayogo is actively working to enhance the region's economic growth by attracting investment, aiming to brand East Java's Situbondo Regency as a prime destination for businesses. Since the beginning of his term, the regent has focused on cultivating an investment-friendly image for the area.

"We are maintaining the investment climate, and from the start, we wanted Situbondo to have a business branding," said Regent Rio. While encouraging investment, including foreign capital, he stressed that all regulations must be followed, with environmental considerations being paramount in the permitting process.

The Situbondo Regency government plans to host a meeting with foreign investors soon to showcase the region's development potential. "We will sit down with foreign investors, and that is part of how Situbondo develops its regional potential, based on upholding the rules," Regent Rio stated. He also assured that public complaints would be taken seriously, reflecting a commitment to environmental preservation alongside investment efforts.

Data from the Situbondo Investment and One-Stop Integrated Service Agency reveals a significant achievement: Rp1 trillion in investment was realized in 2025 during Regent Yusuf Rio Wahyu Prayogo's first year in office. This figure substantially exceeded the initial target of Rp425 billion and also surpassed the Rp590 billion recorded in 2024. The largest portion of this investment, Rp800 billion, came from the modernization of the Asembagoes Sugar Factory, a key driver of regional investment.