Minister of State-Owned Enterprises (BUMN) Erick Thohir seeks to increase economic potential in the region. One of the targeted areas is Majalengka, West Java. "Majalengka must develop. Therefore, we must rethink the potential of the tourism sector, and micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs)," said Erick quoted from Media Indonesia, Sunday, January 12, 2022. According to him, various BUMN programs has been carried out in Majalengka. Erick gave an example of the Mekaar and Makmur program initiated in the region. He wants the community to optimize the program. "I would like to take this opportunity to invite all citizens of Majalengka to be more open in optimizing synergies, for the progress of the region and the country," said Erick. Meanwhile, throughout West Java there are 15,473 hectares, with 7,130 farmers focusing on sugarcane and rice commodities.

Meanwhile, the Mekaar program encourages economic empowerment for mothers who want to become entrepreneurs in Majalengka. Meanwhile, Rp341 billion has been disbursed to 96,268 customers in 2021 and Rp157 billion to 38,680 customers in 2022. "I want the people of Majalengka to be the motor for their own region to play a further role and dare to take risks, but still in calculations, so that this city becomes modern. and achieve progress in various sectors, especially economic progress," said Erick.

Source: https://m.medcom.id/amp/lKYqg5oK-menteri-bumn-gali-potensi-ekonomi-majalengka