Metro, December 10, 2024 - Welcoming Christmas Day, which will fall on December 25, 2024, Metro City showed a spirit of togetherness and peace. Although this year's celebration was held in an atmosphere full of global challenges, the people of Metro City still showed optimism and a spirit of togetherness.
As one of the important moments for Christians, this year's Christmas celebration also has a positive impact on various sectors, especially the economic and tourism sectors. Based on data collected by the Metro City Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS), there was a significant increase in economic activity ahead of the Christmas celebration.
Increased Economic Activity
Based on observations by BPS Metro City, the trade, hospitality and restaurant sectors experienced a significant surge in demand in the two weeks leading up to Christmas. Sales of Christmas goods such as clothing, Christmas food, and festive trinkets increased compared to previous months. Many local businesses take advantage of this opportunity to offer attractive discounts and promos.
Peaceful and Harmonious Atmosphere
On the other hand, despite celebrating Christmas with different traditions and customs, the people of Metro City still maintain the values of peace and unity. The local government together with TNI / POLRI institutions and other institutions made various efforts to ensure that the implementation of Christmas celebrations ran in an orderly, safe and smooth manner.
Hope for the next year
