In July 1-September 17 period, Jatinegara Sub-district One-Stop Integrated Service (PTSP) Sub-agency, East Jakarta, has issued 1,199 Micro Small Business Permits (IUMKs).

Jatinegara PTSP Unit Head, Tri Saptanti conveyed, IUMK issuance is a part of the relaxation program that facilitates Small Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to obtain business permits by providing door-to-door service during COVID-19 pandemic.

"From July to September 17, 2020, we have issued and distributed 1,199 IUMKs," she mentioned, Friday (9/18).

According to her, this program is offered as an effort to recover micro business sector.

By having IUMK, she explained, it can be easier for SMEs to get affordable installments and obtain capital loan assistance to bank with low interest rates.

"This program is expected to help SMEs during the COVID-19 pandemic," she stated.