Witnessed by the Minister of Law and Human Rights, MSE Bali Taru Rahayu, assisted by RB Pertamina, Receives HAKI Certificate from the Governor

Jakarta, January 26, 2022 – PT Pertamina's (Persero) fostered Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) continue to show positive developments and upgrades. It is felt by one of the MSEs fostered by the Rumah BUMN (RB) Klungkung Bali, Bali Taru Rahayu (BTR). They received a certificate of Intellectual Property Rights (HAKI) handed over directly by the Governor of Bali, Wayan Koster, Sunday (16/1).

The moment was also witnessed by the Minister of Law and Human Rights (Menkumham) of the Republic of Indonesia, Yasonna H. Laoly, along with several related officials. In his speech, Yasonna conveyed the significant role of intellectual property protection related to efforts in recognizing and appreciating the work produced by each person.

Meanwhile, Stephen David Wattimena, the owner of BTR, said he was happy to be one of the hundreds of Bali MSEs who received the certificate. Through the business of processing and selling fresh/frozen fruit and nuts into jams, as well as herbal teas, David is committed to making his business Go Global.

"Located in Denpasar, Bali, I can take advantage of this opportunity to introduce original Indonesian products to the world through tourists who come to Bali. Therefore, it is hoped that Bali is not only famous for its tourism but also a variety of unique and attractive culinary delights," he said.

Thanks to his tenacity, the dream began to come true. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, some products were successfully exported to France, Belgium, and the United States. With the help of 5 employees, David can generate a net turnover of around IDR 30 million per month.

With the addition of an intellectual property rights certificate for this business, he hopes that his products will be easier to enter retail and supermarkets until they resume exporting products. People wishing to try their products can view the catalog on social media @balitarurahayu and buy them at the Tokopedia Bali_Taru_Rahayu marketplace.

Deden M. Idhani, Area Manager Comm. Rail & CSR Jatimbalinus of Pertamina added that his party appreciated the positive activities carried out by BTR. According to him, this can be followed by other MSEs so that more small business actors can take the class.

Through the PUMK Program, continued Deden, Pertamina wants to provide energy that can move the economy--energy that fuels and energy that produces sustainable growth. Pertamina also encourages each partner to become MSEs to upgrade and Go Global.

Pertamina continues to support SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) achievement through ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance)-based programs implementation in all its operational areas. It is part of the Environmental and Social Responsibility (TJSL) to realize economic benefits in the community.**