A dynamic blend of seasoned leaders and fresh innovators, united to drive Indonesia toward a brighter, more inclusive future

The inauguration of President Prabowo Subianto and Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka on October 20, 2024, has marked the start of a new chapter in Indonesia’s leadership. The solemn ceremony took place in a plenary session at the Nusantara Building, Parliament Complex, Senayan, Jakarta. This historic moment was witnessed by key political figures, foreign diplomats, and thousands of Indonesians.

In his inaugural address, President Prabowo emphasized his commitment to guiding the nation through various challenges, focusing on national unity, economic development, and strengthening Indonesia’s global standing. Vice President Gibran, on the other hand, highlighted the importance of cross-generational collaboration to build a prosperous future for Indonesia.

The Long-Awaited Cabinet Announcement  

Following the inauguration, the public’s attention quickly shifted to the announcement of the new cabinet under the Prabowo-Gibran administration.

Ministers of the Merah Putih Cabinet:

• Coordinating Minister for Law, Human Rights, Immigration, and Corrections: Yusril Ihza Mahendra
• Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs: Airlangga Hartarto
• Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture: Pratikno
• Coordinating Minister for Politics and Security: Budi Gunawan
• Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development: Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono
• Coordinating Minister for Food Affairs: Zulkifli Hasan
• Coordinating Minister for Community Empowerment: Abdul Muhaimin Iskandar
• Minister of State Secretariat: Prasetyo Hadi
• Minister of Defense: Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin
• Minister of Home Affairs: Tito Karnavian
• Minister of Foreign Affairs: Sugiono
• Minister of Religious Affairs: Nasaruddin Umar
• Minister of Law: Supratman Andi Agtas
• Minister of Human Rights: Natalius Pigai
• Minister of Immigration and Corrections: Agus Andrianto
• Minister of Finance: Sri Mulyani
• Minister of Primary and Secondary Education: Abdul Mu'ti
• Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology: Satrio Sumantri Brodjonegoro
• Minister of Culture: Fadli Zon
• Minister of Health: Budi Gunadi Sadikin
• Minister of Social Affairs: Saifullah Yusuf
• Minister of Manpower: Yassierli
• Minister of Migrant Placement: Abdul Kadir Karding
• Minister of Industry: Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita
• Minister of Trade: Budi Santoso
• Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources: Bahlil Lahadalia
• Minister of Public Works: Raden Dodi Hanggodo
• Minister of Housing and Settlements: Maruarar Sirait
• Minister of Villages and Underdeveloped Regions Development: Yandri Susanto
• Minister of Transmigration: Iftitah Suryanegara
• Minister of Transportation: Dudy Purwagandhi
• Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs: Meutya Hafid
• Minister of Agriculture: Amran Sulaiman
• Minister of Forestry: Raja Juli Antoni
• Minister of Marine Affairs and Fisheries: Sakti Wahyu Trenggono
• Minister of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning: Nusron Wahid
• Minister of National Development Planning: Rachmat Pambudy
• Minister of Administrative and Bureaucratic Reform: Rini Widiantini
• Minister of State-Owned Enterprises: Erick Thohir
• Minister of Population and National Family Planning: Wihaji
• Minister of Environment/Head of Environmental Control Agency: Hanif Faisol
• Minister of Investment and Downstreaming/Head of Investment Board: Rosan Roeslani
• Minister of Cooperatives: Budi Arie
• Minister of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises: Maman Abdurrahman
• Minister of Tourism: Widianti Putri
• Minister of Creative Economy/Head of Creative Economy Agency: Teuku Riefky Harsya
• Minister of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection: Arifatul Choiri Fauzi
• Minister of Youth and Sports: Dito Ariotedjo
• Attorney General: ST Burhanuddin

Deputy Ministers of the Merah Putih Cabinet:

• Deputy Coordinating Minister for Politics and Security: Lodewijk Freidrich Paulus
• Deputy Coordinating Minister for Law, Human Rights, Immigration, and Corrections: Otto Hasibuan
• Deputy Minister of State Secretariat: Bambang Eko Surhayanto
• Deputy Minister of State Secretariat: Juri Adiantoro
• Deputy Minister of Home Affairs: Bima Arya Sugiharto
• Deputy Minister of Home Affairs: Ribka Haluk
• Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs: M Anis Matta
• Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs: Arrmanatha Christiawan Nasir
• Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs: Arif Havas Oegroseno
• Deputy Minister of Defense: Donny Hermawan
• Deputy Minister of Religious Affairs: H Muhammad Syafii
• Deputy Minister of Law: Edward Omar Syarief Hariej
• Deputy Minister of Human Rights: Mugiyanto
• Deputy Minister of Immigration and Corrections: Silmy Karim
• Deputy Minister of Finance: Thomas Djiwandono
• Deputy Minister of Finance: Suahasil Nazara
• Deputy Minister of Finance: Anggito Abimayu
• Deputy Minister of Education: Fajar Riza Ul Haq
• Deputy Minister of Education: Atip Latipulhayat
• Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology: Fauzan
• Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology: Stella Christie
• Deputy Minister of Culture: Giring Ganesha
• Deputy Minister of Health: Dante Saksono Harbuwono
• Deputy Minister of Social Affairs: Agus Jabo
• Deputy Minister of Manpower: Immanuel Ebenezer
• Deputy Minister for Migrant Worker Protection/Deputy Head of Migrant Workers Board: Christina Aryani
• Deputy Minister for Migrant Worker Protection/Deputy Head of Migrant Workers Board: Dzulfikar Ahmad Tawalla
• Deputy Minister of Industry: Faisol Riza
• Deputy Minister of Trade: Dyah Roro Esti
• Deputy Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources: Yuliot Tanjung
• Deputy Minister of Public Works: Diana Kusumastusti
• Deputy Minister of Housing and Settlements: Fahri Hamzah
• Deputy Minister of Villages and Underdeveloped Regions Development: Riza Patria
• Deputy Minister of Transmigration: Viva Yoga Mauladi
• Deputy Minister of Transportation: Suntana
• Deputy Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs: Angga Raka Prabowo
• Deputy Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs: Nezar Patria
• Deputy Minister of Agriculture: Sudaryono
• Deputy Minister of Forestry: Sulaiman Umar
• Deputy Minister of Marine Affairs and Fisheries: Didit Herdiawan
• Deputy Minister of Agrarian Affairs/Deputy Head of National Land Protection Board: Ossy Dermawan
• Deputy Minister of National Development Planning: Febrian Alphyanto Ruddyard
• Deputy Minister of Administrative and Bureaucratic Reform: Muraji Arianto
• Deputy Minister of State-Owned Enterprises: Kartika Wirdjo Artmojo
• Deputy Minister of State-Owned Enterprises: Aminuddin Ma'ruf
• Deputy Minister of State-Owned Enterprises: Dony Oskaria
• Deputy Minister of Population/Deputy Head of National Family Planning Board: Ratu Ayu Isyana Bagus Oka
• Deputy Minister of Environment: Diaz Faisal Hendropriyono
• Deputy Minister of Investment and Downstreaming: Tudo Tua Pasaribu
• Deputy Minister of Cooperatives: Ferry Juliantono
• Deputy Minister of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises: Helvi Yuni Moraza
• Deputy Minister of Tourism: Ni Luh Puspa
• Deputy Minister of Creative Economy: Irene Camelyn Sinaga
• Deputy Minister of Women’s Empowerment and Child Protection: Retno Suwarni
• Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports: Bambang Soesatyo

The formation of this cabinet is seen as critical for ensuring the effective implementation of policies across various sectors, such as the economy, education, healthcare, and infrastructure.

Public and Political Reactions  

The inauguration of Prabowo and Gibran was met with enthusiasm and cautious optimism from the public and political analysts alike. Prabowo’s return to leadership has instilled confidence due to his vast political experience, while Gibran’s role as vice president brings fresh hopes for innovation, with his younger perspective offering the potential for transformative leadership in the years ahead.

The public and observers now await the duo's concrete actions in addressing key national issues, including economic reforms, enhancing education quality, improving healthcare services, and accelerating infrastructure development.

Challenges and Expectations  

As Prabowo and Gibran officially take on leadership roles, they face several critical challenges. Key priorities include fostering national unity, driving economic recovery, and improving social welfare. The announcement of the cabinet is seen as the administration’s first test, giving a glimpse into the vision and leadership style they aim to implement.

The nation now watches closely to see how Prabowo and Gibran will lead Indonesia toward a stronger, more prosperous, and globally competitive future.

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