Antara News·Indonesia·Monday, November 9, 2026 at 06:46 AM UTC

Indonesia's roof tile push offers multiplier effect: Minister

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Suharsana Aji, Raka Adji

Majalengka, W Java (ANTARA) - Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture Sugiono stated that the move to promote the utilization of roof tiles offers a positive multiplier effect on the people's economy.

"I believe this program not only benefits tile-making micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), but, more importantly, generates secondary jobs down the line," Sugiono said during the launch of 2.4 million Jatiwangi-produced roof tiles in Majalengka, West Java, on Sunday.

According to him, roof tiles are part of a long-standing cultural heritage, showing that Indonesia's rich tradition of environmental protection, local community support, aesthetics, and natural conservation has existed for generations.

President Prabowo, he added, champions roof tiles because they are made from organic elements. Beyond that, the initiative offers clear economic benefits, helping tile-making MSMEs bounce back, grow, create jobs, and ultimately improve the livelihoods of local entrepreneurs.

"The hope of the president is to see the rise of new entrepreneurs, new economic activities, and new jobs to achieve what we call national transformation," Sugiono remarked.

Nevertheless, he noted that the policy is not limited to clay roof tiles, as various regions across the country feature traditional roofing materials that reflect local wisdom.

Housing and Settlement Areas Minister Maruarar Sirait, alongside Sugiono, officially launched the shipment of 2.4 million Jatiwangi-produced roof tiles in Majalengka District, West Java, on Sunday.

Maruarar stated that the event serves as a crucial momentum to drive the regional economy, strengthen the local tile industry, boost the capacity of MSMEs, and support the provision of decent housing through the roof tile program initiated by President Prabowo Subianto.

The dispatch launch marked the start of the distribution of millions of local community-produced tiles from Majalengka to various regions across Indonesia.

The program not only aims to fulfill construction material needs and improve housing quality for the public, but also represents a government push to revive industries built on local potential and strengthen the people's economy.

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