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The growing complexity of the global economy—driven by geopolitical tensions, armed conflicts, technological disruption, climate change, and social inequality—calls for a more balanced and sustainable economic approach. Conventional market systems have often struggled to address challenges such as unequal wealth distribution, MSME vulnerability, and environmental degradation.
The Social and Ecological Market Economy (SEME) offers an approach that combines market efficiency with social justice and environmental sustainability. In Indonesia, these principles strongly resonate with the concept of Pancasila Market Economy, which emphasizes social welfare, mutual cooperation, and a balanced relationship between state, market, and society.
Against this backdrop, the Postgraduate Course on the Social and Ecological Market Economy (SEME) 2026 serves as a platform for intellectual exchange and policy innovation. Bringing together academics, policymakers, practitioners, journalists, and civil society actors, the program aims to strengthen understanding and practical application of SEME principles in addressing Indonesia’s economic and social challenges.
Through interactive lectures, case studies, and policy brief development, the course seeks to foster future leaders and agents of change who can promote an inclusive, equitable, competitive, and environmentally sustainable economic system in Indonesia.
Agenda
May 18, 2026
19:00 – 20:30 Keynote Speech by Head of the Bali Provincial Tourism Office
Topic: Community-based tourism initiatives that empower local communities, preserve cultural heritage, and promote sustainable practices
May 19, 2026
08:30 – 10:00 Opening Remarks
1. Dr. Denis Suarsana, Director of Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) for Indonesia and Timor-Leste
2. Wijayanto Samirin, M.P.P., Chairman Paramadina Foundation
09:00 – 10:30 Lecture by Prof. Marcus Marktanner, Kennesaw State University, USA
Topic: Exploring the concept, principles, and key features of the social market economy and the Pancasila market economy. To what extent does Indonesia reflect a social market economy, and to what extent a Pancasila market economy? Let’s examine the data together
10:30 – 12:00 Lecture by Umar Juoro, M.A, M.A.P.E., Senior Fellow the Habibie Center
Topic: Microfinance and Financial Inclusion: Discussing the importance of microfinance and financial inclusion in promoting social market economy principles, improving access to financial services, and empowering marginalized communities in Indonesia.
13:30 – 15:00 Lecture by Wijayanto Samirin, M.P.P., Economist at Universitas Paramadina
Topic: Policy Framework for Social Market Economy: Analyzing the policy frameworks and regulatory measures required to foster a conducive environment for social market economy development in Indonesia
15:00 – 16:30 Lecture by Prof. Marcus Marktanner, Kennesaw State University, USA
Topic: Turning Data into Decisions: Applying Economic Insights in Practice
16:30 – 18:00 Briefing by Prof. Marcus Marktanner, Kennesaw State University, USA
Group Work: Analyzing Data on Competition, Social Outcomes, Environmental Issues, and InnovationMay 20, 2026
09:00 – 10:30 Lecture by Dr. Handi Risza Idris, SE., M.Ec., Representative Authors of Pancasila Market Economy Literature
Topic: The Principles of Pancasila Market Economy
10:30 – 12:00 Lecture by Dr. Tauhid Ahmad, Executive Director of Institute for Development Economics and Finance (INDEF)
Topic: The Current Indonesian Economic Situation, Challenges and Opportunities
13:30 – 15:00 Policy Brief Presentation of the Working-groups and discussion
(Part 1)
15:00 – 16:30 Policy Brief Presentation of the Working-groups and discussion
(Part 2)
16:30 – 17:00 Conclusion by Prof. Marcus Marktanner
17:00 – 18:00 Closing Remarks by Prof. Didik J. Rachbini, M.Sc. Ph.D.
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