DOES STUNTING AFFECT REGIONAL ECONOMIC GROWTH IN INDONESIA? (CASE STUDY IN CENTRAL JAVA PROVINCE)

Abstract

Stunting is one of the biggest problems facing the world, including Indonesia. The high rate of stunting in Indonesia is considered one of the factors that influence the low level of economic growth in various regions of the country. This study aims to prove that stunting prevalence affects Indonesia's economic growth. The study utilizes data on the prevalence rate of stunting in 36 regencies/cities in Central Java. We employ panel data regression analysis to address the research objectives. The study's findings indicate that the prevalence rate of stunting in a given area has a significant impact on economic growth. Handling to reduce stunting in the region is important to maintain economic growth.