Indonesia VP Gibran Orders Concrete Action on Farming and Fishing Crisis, Inspects 95% Complete Dam
Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has directed government ministries to take immediate, concrete steps to address the farming and fishing crisis, while inspecting a dam that is 95% complete and a newly revitalized market ahead of the Eid rush.
Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has ordered government ministries and agencies to take immediate, concrete action to solve production and market issues plaguing the nation's farmers and fishermen [177439]. The directive came during a dialogue where participants complained about falling crop prices, rising production costs, and limited market access, while fishermen highlighted difficulties with fuel subsidies and outdated equipment [177442]. Gibran promised to relay these grievances to relevant ministries and emphasized the government’s commitment to improving supply chains and stabilizing prices for producers, though no specific policies or timelines were announced [177442][177439].
The Vice President also officially opened the 17th National Farmers and Fishermen Week in Gorontalo on Friday, an event aimed at strengthening the role of farmers and fishermen in national food security [177449]. The week-long event, which includes exhibitions, workshops, and business meetings, brings together participants from across the country to share knowledge and showcase agricultural and fishery products [177449]. Gibran has repeatedly called on farmers and fishermen to support Indonesia’s push for food self-sufficiency, stressing the need to reduce reliance on food imports and strengthen local production [177448].
In a separate inspection, Gibran visited the Bulango Ulu Dam in Gorontalo, which is now 95 percent complete [177475]. The dam is designed to provide irrigation for local farms and supply clean water to nearby communities, and officials expect it to be fully operational later this year [177475]. The Vice President also inspected the newly revitalized Old Mbongawani Market in Ende District, checking that basic facilities such as water supply and waste disposal were functioning properly ahead of the busy Eid al-Adha holiday season [177487]. The market, a key trading hub for local farmers and vendors, underwent extensive renovations to improve safety, hygiene, and capacity [177487].