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Jakarta, 24 September 2025 — Prasasti Center for Policy Studies views Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa’s decision to place IDR200 trillion in state-owned banks (Himbara) as a major breakthrough to spur lending and investment growth. For this policy to be effective, however, it must be backed by strong credit demand. “The purpose of placing IDR200 trillion in Himbara banks is to stimulate loa

Jakarta, September 8, 2025, - President Prabowo Subianto introduced a series of adjustments to the Kabinet Indonesia Maju. Several new ministers were appointed, a new ministry was created, and interim arrangements were put in place to ensure continuity in key portfolios. Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa was sworn in as Minister of Finance, taking over from Sri Mulyani Indrawati. Trained as an economist and e

Jakarta, 4 September 2025 – The wave of mass demonstrations across Indonesia on 28–31 August 2025 had significant social and economic impacts. Material losses occurred primarily from damage to public infrastructure such as bus stops, the parliament building, police stations, and public transportation facilities. In addition to material damages, 10 civilians lost their lives, and public anxiety gre

On August 31, 2025, President of the Republic of Indonesia delivered a statement at the Merdeka Palace after meeting with political party leaders and heads of state institutions. In his address, the President conveyed messages on national priorities and the country’s direction going forward. Below is a six-point summary of his statement. 1. Freedom of Expression and Legal BoundariesThe government