Wednesday, 20 May 2026
BANDA ACEH | INDATANEWS.COM – The Wali Nanggroe of Aceh, Tgk. Malik Mahmud Al Haytar, has urged the Aceh provincial government to provide full transparency regarding the recently issued gubernatorial regulation on the Jaminan Kesehatan Aceh (JKA) health insurance program. The call was made during a Coordination Forum of Regional Leadership (Forkopimda) meeting on the implementation and future direction of the JKA program, held at the Wali Nanggroe Palace on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
During the forum, the Wali Nanggroe also requested comprehensive assessments from various institutions regarding the social and political implications of the policy.Clarity Sought Over Policy Direction
Read Also:The Wali Nanggroe asked representatives from the police, regional intelligence agencies, religious leaders, and academics to provide input to ensure a broader understanding of the policy's implementation. The objective was to anticipate potential impacts on social stability at an early stage.
Government Cites Data Restructuring as Basis
Read Also:Aceh Provincial Secretary M. Nasir explained that the regulation was not intended to reduce healthcare benefits, but rather to restructure beneficiary data based on the national unified socio-economic database (DTSEN).
"These data standards are established at the national level and must be used by all institutions. Several other provinces are also adopting the same approach," he said.
He also pointed to limited fiscal capacity within the provincial government, noting that available funds are earmarked and cannot be freely reallocated.
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Pergub JKA Officially Withdrawn
Following a comprehensive review, the Aceh provincial government announced that Governor Muzakir Manaf has withdrawn the contested regulation. A new policy framework will be drafted to reorganize the implementation of the JKA program.The decision marks a significant policy shift in the management of the health insurance scheme, which has drawn widespread public attention.
Read Also:Wali Nanggroe: Public Trust Remains Central
The Wali Nanggroe emphasized that the JKA program is not merely an administrative matter, but is closely tied to public trust in the government.
"JKA is not just a matter of budget administration. The government must ensure that stability and public confidence are maintained," he stated.He also reflected on Aceh's long history of political transitions and conflict—from colonial-era struggles to modern unrest—urging that lessons from the past be used to strengthen cooperation and governance. (IDNC)
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