The North Kalimantan (Kaltara) Provincial Government (Pemprov) continues to accelerate infrastructure development in border areas as part of efforts to strengthen connectivity and economic independence of underdeveloped, frontier, and outermost (3T) regions.
Head of Bappeda Litbang Kaltara, Beritas revealed, one of the strategic projects that is now in the spotlight is the construction of the Malinau Bridge worth Rp 150 billion, which is supported directly by the Ministry of Finance.
The bridge will become the main route for logistics distribution to and from the Krayan region, as well as reduce people's dependence on the supply of goods from Malaysia. This project is also expected to be able to strengthen national economic integration in border areas.
With the connection of the Malinau 'Krayan land route, the distribution activities of basic commodities, agricultural products, and community needs can be more efficient. This access will also be a symbol of the economic independence of the border community," he said, Wednesday, October 15.
In addition to the bridge project, Bertius continued, the government has also accelerated the construction of the 80-kilometer Krayan road. Currently, the physical progress has reached 20'30 percent and is targeted to be completed by the end of 2025.
"This route will be the backbone of land transportation which so far is still limited and very dependent on the weather," said Bertius.
Efforts to strengthen connectivity are also accompanied by optimization of the Transportation Ongkos (SOA) Subsidy program.
In 2025, the Provincial Government of Kaltara allocated IDR 72.2 billion to support air, land, and river transportation serving 3T routes, especially in Malinau and Nunukan Regencies.
The equitable development cannot only focus on urban areas. Kaltara must be present to remote areas, ensuring that every citizen at the border feels the benefits of development," he explained.
He emphasized that regional connectivity does not merely pave the way, but builds the foundation of community economic independence. With better access to transportation, energy, and communication, the potential of the agricultural, fisheries, and tourism sectors in border areas will develop faster and more sustainable.
The Provincial Government of Kaltara also encourages cross-agency collaboration and district/city support to strengthen program implementation. This synergy is believed to be the key to economic equality and welfare in the northern region of Kalimantan.
The development of connectivity in the 3T region is a long-term investment for the future. This is not only a matter of physical infrastructure, but also opens up new economic opportunities for the younger generation at the border," he said.
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