BNI and Government Synergy to Promote Affordable Housing and People's Economy in Manado
JAKARTA - PT Bank Negara Indonesia (Persero) Tbk or BNI strengthens access to decent housing through participation in the Collaboration Program for Housing Financing and Empowerment of the People's Economy in Manado, North Sulawesi. In the activity held at Graha Gubernuran Bumi Beringin, Manado on Wednesday (8/4/2026), participants attended a series of socialization and financing agreements, including Housing Ownership Loans (KPP) and Housing Financing Liquidity Facilities (FLPP).
This collaborative program is a synergy between the central government, local governments, financing institutions, and the banking sector to expand access to housing financing for low-income people while encouraging local economic empowerment.
A total of 600 participants attended the event, consisting of 300 PNM participants, 200 KUR participants, and 100 participants in the Self-Help Housing Stimulus Assistance (BSPS) program which includes UMKM actors, housing developers, building store partners, and prospective beneficiaries.
This event was also attended by the Head of the Housing Task Force Hashim Djojohadikusumo, North Sulawesi Governor Yulius Selvanus, as well as a number of other strategic partners and leaders.
BNI Consumer Banking Director Corina Leyla Karnalies said the housing sector has a strategic role in national development because it has a direct impact on people's welfare.
"The housing sector has a large multiplier effect, not only improving the quality of life of the community, but also encouraging regional economic growth through job creation and strengthening the supporting sector," Corina said in a written statement.
He emphasized that through this housing financing program, the government is providing more affordable financing for low-income people.
As one of the main distributing banks, BNI is committed to strengthening the implementation of the program through increasing product understanding in the office network, expanding cooperation with local governments and developers, and active collaboration with the Ministry of Housing and Settlements.
According to Corina, the impact of the housing financing program is not only limited to home ownership, but also contributes to labor absorption and strengthening the supply chain of the construction sector and MSMEs in the region.
BNI also provides digital service support through the wondr by BNI application which makes it easier for customers to make installment payments, transactions, and monitor financial conditions safely and quickly.
"We continue to provide integrated services so that the public can access housing financing easily, safely, and sustainably," said Corina.
Through the collaboration of housing financing and people's economic empowerment, BNI is optimistic that the synergy between the government, banks, developers, and the community can accelerate the realization of decent housing while strengthening the regional economy. This step confirms BNI's commitment to encouraging inclusive housing financing while strengthening sustainable economic growth in various regions of Indonesia. (ADV)