The 2018 Asian Games Contributed Rp 19 Trillion to South Sumatra's Economy
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Palembang is one of two cities hosting the 2018 Asian Games. This 18th Asian Games will be held from August 18th to September 2nd, 2018. Long before the Asian Games, Palembang's infrastructure underwent significant improvements, including the Jakabaring Sport City (JSC), the Palembang-Inderalaya toll road, the Ampera Bridge, and sidewalks along Jalan Jenderal Sudirman.
The National Development Planning Agency (Bappenas) estimates the direct economic impact of the Asian Games on South Sumatra to reach Rp 18.5 trillion. Construction investment contributed approximately Rp 15.4 trillion, operational costs Rp 2.1 trillion, and visitor spending Rp 968 billion.
The preparation and execution of the 2018 Asian Games impacted the Indonesian economy by boosting the tourism sector with the influx of athletes, officials, and spectators in Palembang and surrounding areas. The Asian Games also created jobs and spurred urban development through infrastructure improvements.
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