APBN aims to reduce poverty through social protection

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APBN aims to reduce poverty through social protection

The government has a plan to reduce poverty by utilizing the social security budget policy allocation as the primary instrument of fiscal policy, which plays a crucial role in increasing economic growth. To achieve this, the APBN has a distribution function that consists of a series of policies to improve community welfare through fair distribution to marginalized communities. The 2024 social security budget is expected to be IDR10.6 trillion.

Law No. Certain marginalized groups have the right to receive social protection and services through social security and sustainable welfare conditions. In accordance with law No. The protection is classified as efforts directed at preventing and dealing with risks from social shocks and vulnerabilities, which are carried out through social assistance, social advocacy and legal assistance.

This article is based on information provided by the Finance Ministry.