Aceh, with its extraordinary nature and culture , is facing a significant challenge in maximizing its contribution to the growth economy sector. Research This analysis in a way critical role infrastructure economy transportation, digital connectivity, and utilities base as a factor determinant main in development Aceh tourism. Using a mixed-methods approach that includes analysis of secondary data, regression, infrastructure gap mapping GIS-based, and in-depth interviews with 25 stakeholders, research reveals existence strong correlation between the quality of infrastructure and with number of tourist visits and investment. The results show that inequality in infrastructure inter-regional ( urban vs rural/coastal) becomes an inhibitor in the optimization potential of Aceh tourism. Simulation economy shows that strategic settlement projects strategic such as the Banda Aceh- Sigli - Bireuen Toll Road, and improvements to Sultan Iskandar Muda Airport (SIM) capacity can increase GRDP by 1.5–2.1% per year. Research concludes with a framework-based strategic proof for accelerated development of infrastructure through a PPP scheme, coordination of multisectoral, and integration with strengthening local human resources and MSMEs.
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