Regional Economic Competitiveness on Economic Growth in Banten Province

Abstract

This research aims to analyze regional economic competitiveness towards economic growth in Banten Province. The data used in this research is secondary data obtained from the Banten Province Central Statistics Agency (BPS) as well as other relevant official sources. The method used in this research is a quantitative method with a multiple linear regression approach to determine the effect of the independent variable on the dependent variable. The research results show that variables such as infrastructure, investment, education and labor have a significant influence on economic growth in Banten Province. Adequate infrastructure and increased investment are the main factors in increasing regional economic competitiveness. Apart from that, improving the quality of education and the availability of competent labor also contribute positively to economic growth. This research concludes that efforts to increase regional economic competitiveness must be focused on improving infrastructure, increasing investment, and developing quality human resources. It is hoped that the results of this research can be a reference for local governments in formulating effective policies to increase economic growth in Banten Province.