Indonesia's BNPPDT, the national agency for border and frontier regions, says its development work should begin with economic programs tailored to border communities. Agency officials want projects chosen for their ability to move from planning to implementation quickly. Cost is another central criterion, with smaller and less complicated schemes favored over expensive initiatives that may take years to deliver. The approach reflects the practical conditions faced in remote districts, where difficult access and limited administrative capacity can slow conventional development projects. Programs would be designed around the livelihoods and daily needs of people living near national borders rather than imposed through a single nationwide template. The priority is to produce visible results within a shorter period and direct benefits to communities in those areas. The announcement frames border development as an effort to make growth affordable and practical while keeping projects responsive to local conditions.