The Role of MSMEs in Economic Stability After the Pandemic
Abstract
This study examines the strategic role of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in maintaining Indonesia’s economic stability in the post-pandemic era. The COVID-19 crisis severely disrupted supply chains, market demand, and access to finance, yet MSMEs proved highly adaptive through digitalization, innovation, and participation in government recovery programs. Using a descriptive qualitative approach and secondary data analysis, the research highlights MSMEs’ key contributions to Gross Domestic Product (GDP), job creation, and inclusive economic recovery. From an Islamic economic perspective, principles such as justice (al-adl), cooperation (ta’awun), and risk-sharing strengthen MSMEs’ sustainability and ethical business practices. The findings confirm that MSMEs are fundamental in promoting resilience, financial inclusion, and long-term equitable growth as pillars of national macroeconomic stability
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