BANDA ACEH | INDATANEWS.COM – The Secretary of the Aceh Provincial Government, M. Nasir, officially opened the XI Provincial Conference (Musprov XI) of the Indonesian National Association of Consulting Companies (INKINDO) Aceh on Monday (May 18, 2026) in Banda Aceh. The event was attended by the Chairman of DPP INKINDO Aceh, Safri Ismi, Chairman of DPN INKINDO, Erie Heryadi, along with representatives from various provinces across Indonesia.
In his opening remarks, Nasir emphasized that Musprov XI
INKINDO Aceh is not merely an organizational agenda, but a strategic forum to strengthen the role of consultants in regional development. He noted that the increasing complexity of development challenges in Aceh requires stronger professional support from the consulting sector.
He also appreciated INKINDO Aceh for organizing the event and highlighted the importance of close collaboration between the government and consultants to ensure development planning is more targeted, efficient, and sustainable.
Read Also: Kagama Aceh Pushes Development Role, Nasir Urges Stronger UGM Alumni Collaboration PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHENING: The Secretary of the Aceh Provincial Government, M. Nasir highlights the importance of INKINDO members' professionalism in addressing disaster risks and regulatory challenges in the consulting sector. (PHOTO: Adli Safwan)
Enhancing Disaster Risk ProfessionalismNasir underlined that the theme of Musprov XI—focused on strengthening professionalism in addressing disaster risks and regulatory changes in the consulting sector—is highly relevant. Aceh is among regions with high disaster vulnerability, making risk management an essential component in all development planning processes.
Read Also: Aceh Launches Public Consultation for RKPA 2027, Prioritizes Disaster Recovery He also referred to recent hydrometeorological disasters that struck several areas in Aceh late last year. Floods and landslides significantly disrupted infrastructure as well as social and economic activities, underscoring the need for stronger integration of disaster risk considerations in future planning.
OPENING CEREMONY: INKINDO representatives, including Safri Ismi and Erie Heryadi, attend the opening of INKINDO Aceh Musprov XI 2026. (PHOTO: Adli Safwan)
Construction Sector as Aceh's Growth Engine
Read Also: Aceh Surpasses 2025 Revenue Target, Shows Positive Development Trends According to Nasir, Aceh's economy grew by 4.09 percent year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026. The construction sector contributed the largest share at 1.36 percent, followed by trade at 1.27 percent.
He stressed that consulting services play a crucial role in ensuring development projects are implemented efficiently, safely, and with high quality—from spatial planning and feasibility studies to infrastructure design and project supervision.
Strengthening INKINDO's Organizational RoleClosing his remarks, the provincial secretary called on INKINDO Aceh to continue evolving into a strong, progressive, and adaptive professional organization. He also urged that Musprov XI produce a new leadership that is more integrated, visionary, and capable of making a tangible contribution to Aceh's future development. (IDNC)
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