JAKARTA - The National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) is accelerating the construction of the National Space Airport in Biak, Papua. In encouraging this acceleration, BRIN is working with many parties.
The institution stated that they are focusing on cross-sector partnerships with ministries, institutions, and universities. To succeed in this project, they are trying to harmonize policies, regulations, and infrastructure readiness.
"We are formulating derivative regulations so that the determination of location and implementation of development can be carried out immediately starting in 2026," said BRIN Head Arif Satria, quoted from the BRIN official website on Monday, December 22.
The selection of Biak as the location of the National Space Airport is based on its geographical location. BRIN explained that this location is close to the equator so that its energy efficiency is quite high. This can encourage cost savings when launching rockets into orbit.
The development of the National Space Airport is also expected to have an economic impact on the Papuan people. The presence of this airport is predicted to open up new jobs and encourage economic growth in the eastern region.
Currently, the government is helping BRIN in developing a space airport. They have prepared basic infrastructure such as an electrical network, road access, and telecommunications facilities. The safety and security of the location are also taken into account.
This major project is supported by a strong legal basis through Law Number 21 of 2013 concerning Space. In addition, this project is also supported by Presidential Regulation Number 45 of 2017 concerning the Master Plan for the Implementation of Space 2016-2040 and Government Regulation Number 7 of 2023 concerning Space Technology Dominance.
Through this national coordination, BRIN hopes that all stakeholders have the same commitment. The development of the Biak Space Airport is expected to be a symbol of technological progress and the equalization of the national economy.
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