# Economic and healthcare developments in Riau

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/economic-and-healthcare-developments-in-riau
> Updated: 2026-11-08T15:17:17.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

In the third quarter of 2026, the Riau Islands province reported an economic growth rate of 7.52 percent, the fastest in Sumatra and exceeding the national average. Batam acted as the primary economic driver, contributing over 66 percent to the province's total economy. Meanwhile, the Riau province recorded 4.65 percent growth, with manufacturing and agriculture serving as the largest economic contributors.

To address high rates of residents seeking medical care abroad, the Riau Provincial Government has initiated the development of a medical tourism ecosystem. This strategy aims to improve local healthcare confidence and reduce reliance on overseas services. The government plans to map hospital capacities, strengthen safety standards, and integrate medical services with hospitality and transportation sectors.

## Timeline

### 2026-11-08: Riau Province initiates medical tourism ecosystem to reduce overseas treatment

Riau Province is building a medical tourism ecosystem involving over 80 hospitals to improve local healthcare quality and discourage residents from seeking medical treatment abroad.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/riau-province-initiates-medical-tourism-ecosystem-to-reduce-overseas-treatment

### 2026-11-06: Riau and Kepulauan Riau report economic growth in Q3 2026

The Riau Islands province saw 7.52 percent economic growth in Q3 2026, led by Batam, while Riau province grew by 4.65 percent, driven largely by manufacturing and agriculture.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/riau-and-kepulauan-riau-report-economic-growth-in-q3-2026

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