RKPD Kabupaten Klungkung 2024 — Policy Review

The RKPD 2024 is the one-year operationalisation of the RPD 2024–2026, anchoring national, provincial, and district priorities into concrete programs, budgets, and measurable indicators. It functions as the formal bridge into the 2024 RAPBD (budget) and is legally required under national planning law. For investors, this document matters because it: (1) clarifies Klungkung’s sectoral priorities in 2024, (2) shows what government will spend on and supervise, and (3) highlights where non-APBD financing (PPP, CSR, grants/loans) is welcomed.

Context and Planning Framework

• Legal foundation. RKPD is mandated under Permendagri 86/2017, and is the yearly derivative of the RPJPD, RPJMD, and RPD.

• Process. Drafting began in December 2022, with cross-agency planning, DPRD consultation, and Musrenbang forums. Alignment was ensured with national and provincial plans, as well as the RPD Kabupaten Klungkung 2024–2026.

• National theme. “Peningkatan Produktivitas untuk Transformasi Ekonomi yang Inklusif dan Berkelanjutan.”

• Provincial priorities (Bali). Agriculture, marine, UMKM/IKM, tourism; education/health; labour/social welfare; culture; environment; infrastructure; governance.

• District priorities (Klungkung).

  1. Human capital development (education, health, skills, cultural assets)

  2. Infrastructure for public service quality

  3. Poverty reduction & pro-growth economy

  4. Bureaucratic reform and governance improvements

Economic and Social Indicators

• Tourism rebound.

  • Kertha Gosa and Goa Lawah recorded recovery in visitation numbers through 2022–2023.

  • Nusa Penida remained the backbone of growth, with accommodation units growing from 342 (2018) to 633 (2022), proving private investment appetite and policy commitment to the area.

• Macro targets.

  • PDRB growth projected around 5% in 2024.

  • Poverty rate targeted to decline steadily as MSMEs and tourism revive.

  • Governance reform and public satisfaction (IKM scores) are tracked as key metrics.

Sectoral Priorities

1. Tourism & Cultural Economy

• Promotion of “quality tourism” — longer stays, higher expenditure per visitor, linked to cultural and heritage assets.

• Investment in destination management, licensing supervision, and risk-based business compliance (explicit program entries).

• The Pusat Kebudayaan Bali (PKB) at Gunaksa remains central, with spillover benefits anticipated for hospitality, F&B, and creative industries.

2. Infrastructure & Public Utilities

• Roads, bridges, sanitation, water, housing, drainage improvements targeted for 2024 delivery.

• Strong link between infrastructure development and service delivery quality (schools, clinics, cultural venues).

• Utilities and access infrastructure in Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan flagged as priorities to sustain tourism-led recovery.

3. Human Capital & Social Services

• Ongoing investment in schools, health facilities, digital education, and training.

• Health resilience and pandemic readiness remain highlighted after COVID.

4. Poverty Reduction & MSME Support

• MSMEs and cooperatives targeted for financing support, licensing simplification, and training.

• Agricultural and marine value chains included as diversification strategies to reduce reliance on tourism.

5. Governance & Bureaucratic Reform

• Digitalisation of licensing and permitting services.

• Commitment to SAKIP, SPIP, and inspectorate capacity-building.

• Procurement reform to favour competitive tenders and inclusion of UMKM/P3DN (domestic product utilisation).

Financing & Delivery

• Primary funding: 2024 APBD allocations aligned to program tables (Lampiran 5.1).

• Alternative financing mechanisms:

  • PPP/KPS for infrastructure and service projects.

  • CSR as structured contributions, building on previous success (e.g., CSR support for TOSS waste management in 2023).

  • Inter-regional cooperation and grants/loans (including ODA-style financing).

• Performance monitoring: Targets tied to indicators (IKU/IKK) for each priority. Evaluated quarterly and adjusted in-year via amendments (Perubahan RKPD).

Why This Matters for Investors

1. Clear Investment Anchors in 2024.
Projects linked to tourism destinations, PKB Gunaksa, and Nusa Penida access infrastructure will receive explicit budgetary and administrative support. This is the safest ground for private investment partnerships.

2. Private-Sector Participation Welcomed.
With PPP, CSR, and external financing codified in the RKPD, investors have multiple entry points. Government is actively seeking bankable projects that deliver public services and align with RKPD targets.

3. Demand Backstop through Tourism & MSMEs.
Tourism data (visitation, accommodation growth) validates real demand, while MSME strengthening and agriculture/fisheries diversification provide additional stabilisers. This reduces the risk of over-reliance on mass-tourism models.

4. Governance Reform Lowers Risk.
Improved procurement, digitalisation of licensing, and stronger accountability mechanisms mean reduced friction, more transparency, and better investment climate.

Bottom Line

The RKPD 2024 is a policy-backed invitation to invest in Klungkung’s growth story. It confirms the government’s spending priorities (tourism recovery, infrastructure, MSME diversification, and governance reform) while leaving doors open for private sector co-financing. For Santi Capital and prospective investors, the opportunity in 2024 lies in positioning projects that align with tourism-culture corridors, infrastructure upgrades, and ESG commitments. These alignments ensure both government support and measurable impact.