STRATEGIC PLANNING FOR A LIVEABLE CITY: OPTIMIZING SUSTAINABLE AND COMPETITIVE ECONOMIC GROWTH IN BALIKPAPAN, EAST KALIMANTAN PROVINCE

This research designs a development strategy for Balikpapan City, focusing on sustainable economic growth, competitiveness enhancement, and facility improvement to support the transformation into a "Liveable City." Utilizing a quantitative descriptive method with secondary data from the Central Bureau of Statistics (2016-2022), the analysis employed tools such as Location Quotient (LQ), Shift Share, and Klassen Typology. The research findings reveal that the Processing Industry is Balikpapan's leading sector, demonstrating both comparative and competitive advantages despite experiencing fluctuations due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Shift Share analysis identified nine high-competitive sectors, including Accommodation and Food Service, and Financial Services. Meanwhile, the Klassen Typology analysis discovered seven sectors showing rapid growth. To realize the "Liveable City" vision, economic growth optimization is crucial, focusing on leading sectors and those demonstrating high competitiveness. By leveraging existing economic potential, equalizing infrastructure, and supporting strategic investments, Balikpapan has the potential to become a successful example of achieving sustainable economic growth and providing a better quality of life for its residents. The study offers a comprehensive approach to urban development, emphasizing the importance of strategic sector development, infrastructure equality, and innovative economic strategies in creating a sustainable and competitive urban environment.