Fuel Subsidy Policies and Public Opinion

The video discusses the increasing signals of a rise in subsidized fuel prices due to the strain on the national budget. With the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, energy consumption has surged, leading to potential shortages of Pertalite and Solar fuels by October. Public opinion is divided, with some opposing the price hike due to its impact on living costs, while others support it to prevent national debt. The government is working on ensuring subsidies reach the right beneficiaries and is evaluating fuel prices to implement effective policies.

What is the main reason the government is considering increasing subsidized fuel prices?

• To increase government revenue

• To promote electric vehicles

• To ease the burden on the national budget

• To reduce traffic congestion

What is the expected consequence if Indonesia has to import fuel?

• Decrease in fuel prices

• No change in fuel prices

• Increase in fuel prices

• Stabilization of fuel prices

How do many citizens feel about the potential increase in fuel prices?

• They are indifferent

• They are concerned about rising living costs

• They are supportive

• They are unaware of the situation

What is one reason some citizens support the government's decision to increase fuel prices?

• To encourage public transportation use

• To reduce pollution

• To support local fuel producers

• To prevent the country from going bankrupt

What issue is the government addressing regarding the current fuel subsidy allocation?

• Subsidies are reducing fuel quality

• Subsidies are causing environmental damage

• Subsidies are not reaching the intended lower-income groups

• Subsidies are too high

What is the government's plan to improve the distribution of fuel subsidies?

• Eliminate subsidies altogether

• Increase the amount of subsidies

• Ensure subsidies reach the intended lower-income groups

• Reduce the number of eligible recipients