Legal Protection for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises in Aceh Province, Indonesia

Abstract

This study aims to raise the urgency and explain the types of legal protections for micro, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) for their better involvement in free world trade. This research used a juridical normative method and library research to collect the data. The research results that SMEs need to be protected because they are an integrated part of the economy, which has potential to improve the economy of citizens. The legal protection for the enterprises needs to be offered sustainably as a whole and in optimal capacity through developing conducive climates, offering opportunity for businesses, and supporting the enterprises. This will improve the roles of SMEs for economic development and equality, public welfare, and lower unemployment rate, which eradicates poverty. The law for SMEs has provided protections which are protective, facilitative, and consultative.