The Indonesian Deputy Minister of Finance, Juda Agung, announced a significant increase in government spending of 31.4% in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the previous year, reaching 815 trillion rupiah. This growth comes as the government aims to boost the local economy.
Russia has boosted its spending in March, expecting a significant increase in revenue due to the sharp rise in oil prices caused by the conflict in the Middle East. The move comes at a critical time as the Russian government seeks to capitalize on economic opportunities arising from regional crises.
The government of Ponorogo district in Indonesia has announced an austerity policy aimed at reducing fuel and electricity consumption as part of efforts to improve government spending efficiency. This initiative coincides with the adoption of a work-from-home system for government employees.
The Jordanian government has announced a series of austerity measures aimed at rationalizing consumption and controlling spending across all government institutions. This initiative comes in response to the growing economic challenges facing the country.