GROWTH of the economy and the business world in Banyuwangi is increasingly promising. Some companies are starting to dare to spread their wings here. Because, The easternmost area of East Java Province is considered to be a supporter of the economic development of eastern Indonesia.
Remember, The supporting facilities and infrastructure here are adequate, although they still need improvement, especially regarding more representative ports and airports. In addition to natural factors and supporting infrastructure, The interest of investors to invest in Gandrung City is also inseparable from the ''seduction of death'' Regent Abdullah Azwar Anas. By leveraging the experience and network when he was a member of the DPR RI, Anas often "sells" the potential of the area he now leads to investors. Including, seeking budget disbursement from the central government to develop Banyuwangi.
Without intending to make GR (big rumongso) regent and deny the role of apparatus and community elements that contribute to advancing Banyuwangi, for negotiations with the central government and investors, Regent Anas deserves appreciation. We all have to admit that advantage. Not many regional heads are able to carry out their duties as marketing so that their regions are ogled and visited by investors. Especially, until finally the investor fell in love and wanted to invest.
Anas is one of the regents who is able to do that role. The proof, in East Java Province, This earth, nicknamed The Sunrise of Java, is now in the third place as the area that is most attractive to investors after Gresik and Surabaya. even though, Banyuwangi is the furthest from the capital city of East Java, aka the eastern tip of the island of Java.
So far, The areas that investors are most interested in are generally near the provincial capitals, like Sidoarjo, Gresik, Pasuruan, Mojokerto, and Lamongan. After the operation of Rogojampi Airport and Tanjung Wangi Port,, some big investors are already planning to expand their business in Banyuwangi. Some of them are already operational, like the cement packing factory in Ketapang. There are also those who have just cleared land and are doing development, and some have already obtained a business permit.
Generally, industrial land that is prepared is in the Wongsorejo area. There is also one near the Port of Ketapang. The investment includes waste management, cement factory, soy sauce factory, integrated industrial area, car assembly, flight school, paper factory, oil factory, gold mine, geothermal (geothermal), star hotel, and beachfront villas. Besides that, Efforts to spur the economy supported by the government and banking for the lower middle class have also started.
Like, cattle breeding business credit program (CUP) pieces and milk given to farmer groups. There is also the development of chili and tomato plants for farmers whose chili seeds have been indented by overseas buyers. The provision of business capital loans without collateral to small people has also been widely absorbed. So that, it can boost Banyuwangi's economic growth which in 2011 yesterday shot to the numbers 6,32 percent (previous yearonly 6,05 percent).
The rapid progress of this area was also appreciated by the Governor of East Java, Soekarwo and his deputy, Saifullah Yusuf, who came with property entrepreneurs from Jakarta and East Java in Banyuwangi last week.. They praised the steps and breakthroughs made by Regent Anas in leading Banyuwangi. Even, The governor also promised to spend a budget to help repair and add some infrastructure in Banyuwangi so that this area can grow faster.
In addition to the activeness of regional heads in negotiating with several parties, The progress of this city also cannot be separated from the various potentials it has and the factors conducive to security. Even though it is rich in natural potential, but if the manager of this area can't promote and convince investors, I am sure that the progress and rotation of the economy in this area will work in place.
In this kind of condition, It is very appropriate if we have a regional head who can become a marketer. Besides that, We also appreciate the people of Banyuwangi who have played a role in creating a conducive atmosphere. Cohesiveness of regional leadership forum members (forpimda) in anticipating and solving problems in this area is also something to be proud of.
Participation, compactness, and support each other, it has made this area safe and at the same time can attract investors to invest their money here. Because, security stability is an important key for investors. There are demonstrations, let alone to the tail of anarchy, will only worsen the image of the region and discourage investors from entering. This does not mean that citizens are prohibited from demonstrating.
But, every step that can create interference with efforts to advance the region must be minimized. As long as the issue at hand can still be resolved through dialogue or deliberation, then don't demo. Nevertheless, there are some parties who do not care about the various efforts taken in advancing this area.
Every program or effort taken to advance the region is always under suspicion, countered, and always looking for weaknesses. Even, not infrequently they make threats to the head of the SKPD (regional work unit) or send a letter of complaint related to irregularities to law enforcement institutions, the data is still incomplete.
It turns out, behind all that there is a hidden interest. Some use it as a tool to ask for projects or other compensation. It is these elements of society that need to be watched out for. They are like wild cats, or a thief shouting a thief but pretending to be a hero who cares about the progress of the region and the fate of the little people. even though, what they do often destroys the conduciveness that has been built.
Impact, can affect investors' interest in developing a business here. If that happens, then the people who are harmed are the wider community. Therefore, all parties must have a clear mind and heart in responding to the development process in this area.
Provide input or report to the competent authorities when there are deviations with sincere intentions for the better progress of Banyuwangi. And, not by spreading threats and finding fault, then negotiate with the aim of achieving personal gain. (radar)
