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| Presidential Regulation No. 137 of 2024 (Perpres) |
JAKARTA, PEWARTA – Joko Widodo (Jokowi), has officially enacted Presidential Regulation (Perpres) No. 137 of 2024. This regulation outlines the significant roles of Presidential Special Advisors, Special Presidential Envoys, as well as Special Staff for both the President and the Vice President, within Indonesia's presidential structure.
This regulation was ratified on October 18, 2024, during the final period of Jokowi’s term as the President of the Republic of Indonesia.
Its primary objective is to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of addressing strategic tasks that cannot be fully managed by ministries or other governmental institutions.
Content of Presidential Regulation No. 137 of 2024
The public can access the full text of this regulation through the Legal Documentation and Information Network (JDIH) on the website jdih.setneg.go.id.
In the regulation, the roles of the Presidential Special Advisors and Special Envoys are explained in detail. These two positions hold the responsibility of assisting the President in handling specific issues outside the scope of ministries.
Their tasks involve direct reporting to the President. Additionally, the Cabinet Secretary acts as the main coordinator, ensuring that their duties are carried out smoothly.
"The execution of tasks by the Presidential Advisors and Special Envoys will be coordinated by the Cabinet Secretary," reads one of the key points in the regulation. Their appointments and duties will later be formalized through a Presidential Decree (Keppres).
Appointment and Responsibilities of Presidential Advisors and Special Envoys
One of the flexibilities provided by this regulation is that the appointment of Special Advisors and Special Envoys is not limited to Civil Servants (PNS).
The President has the authority to select individuals outside the civil service who are considered to have special competence and expertise in handling strategic issues.
With this freedom, President Jokowi can appoint professionals from various fields to assist in dealing with critical matters that require special attention. Even though they report directly to the President, their tasks remain under the coordination of the Cabinet Secretary, ensuring proper synergy in implementing every action taken.
The roles of Special Advisors and Special Envoys are crucial in supporting the President, both at national and international levels, particularly in carrying out tasks that require a specific and in-depth approach.
The Role of Presidential and Vice Presidential Special Staff
In addition to regulating the roles of Special Advisors and Envoys, Presidential Regulation No. 137 of 2024 also covers the duties of the Special Staff for the President and Vice President. The number of Special Staff is limited to a maximum of 15 individuals, who are tasked with providing advice and handling technical duties related to the strategic programs initiated by the President.
Special Staff members are usually selected from professionals who possess expertise in specific fields. They are responsible for managing issues that fall outside the scope of ministries but require more specific technical handling.
The existence of these Special Staff members enables the President and Vice President to receive direct input from experts while assisting in the implementation of the strategic policies that have been designed.
Online Access to the Presidential Regulation
For those who wish to learn more about the content of Presidential Regulation No. 137 of 2024, the full text can be downloaded and studied through the official JDIH website at jdih.setneg.go.id.
This regulation is one of President Jokowi's important steps in strengthening the presidential structure, especially in addressing challenges that cannot be resolved by ministries or other agencies. Through this rule, the President aims to ensure that there is a clear working mechanism for handling strategic tasks that require specific coordination and attention.
The ratification of this regulation is expected to improve the effectiveness of the presidential office, particularly in executing important agendas that require more focused attention. With good coordination between Advisors, Special Envoys, and Special Staff, challenges that fall outside the realm of ministries can be addressed more efficiently and in a coordinated manner.
