Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto inaugurates 37 national strategic electricity projects from the Jatigede Hydroelectric Power Plant, Sumedang district, West Java province on January 20. — Photo Antara

JAKARTA — Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto is optimistic that Indonesia can halt fuel imports within five years, aligning with the government's goal of achieving energy self-sufficiency.

Prabowo made this statement during the inauguration of the Jatigede Hydroelectric Power Plant in Sumedang district, West Java, on January 20.

During the event, the President symbolically inaugurated 37 strategic national electricity projects comprising 26 power plants with a combined capacity of 3.2 gigawatts and 11 transmission networks and electrical substations across 18 provinces.

He emphasised that energy security is crucial for Indonesia's transition from fossil fuels to renewable sources.

Prabowo noted that energy plays a vital role, particularly given the country's substantial natural resources, that can elevate Indonesia to a developed and industrialised nation to prosper the people.

Indonesia is one of the most advanced countries in energy transformation into renewable, clean and green energy that reduces carbon emissions, the President noted.

Prabowo stated that this infrastructure is a crucial foundation for supporting economic transformation towards an industrialised nation. — VNS