Gotrade News - Robert Leonard Marbun has been officially appointed as Secretary-General of the Ministry of Finance by Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa. His appointment follows Presidential Decree Number 24/TPA/2026 signed by President Prabowo Subianto. Robert replaces Heru Pambudi who served for five years. This inauguration marks a new step in strengthening coordination amid global economic dynamics.
Purbaya emphasized the crucial role of the Secretary-General in unifying all functions within the Ministry of Finance to align with national policies. Robert Marbun, with his robust background and experience, is expected to ensure effective coordination within the ministry. This is considered essential given the increasingly complex global challenges, such as geopolitical instability and commodity price fluctuations.
Moreover, the Finance Minister noted that achieving the national economic growth target of around 6% this year requires concerted efforts from all levels of the Ministry of Finance. Robert is expected to play a central role in achieving this target through precise and measurable policies. The formidable challenges necessitate a well-planned strategy and strong synergy across the organization.
According to Purbaya, Robert Leonard Marbun brings a solid foundation both academically and professionally. His experience in various fields such as international relations, legal oversight, and state revenue policy is invaluable for his new role. Robert's ability in operations and coordination is anticipated to unify various functions within the ministry.
Regarding the potential energy emergency affecting other countries, Purbaya stated that Indonesia's current state budget posture and energy subsidy policy are still adequate. Despite escalating conflicts between the US-Israel and Iran, Purbaya explained that domestic energy supply remains stable, thus no significant policy changes are needed. Indonesia's fiscal stability is expected to mitigate global oil price pressures.
Purbaya mentioned that although the Philippines has declared an energy emergency status, Indonesia is closely monitoring the situation. The government's primary focus is to ensure energy supply remains steady and supports overall economic stability. In this context, the role of the Finance Ministry's Secretary-General becomes increasingly important in coordinating strategic measures.
Robert Leonard Marbun's leadership in this strategic position brings new hope for the Ministry of Finance to face ongoing challenges. With his experience, Robert is expected to drive organizational changes and implement leadership policies effectively. The future of the Ministry of Finance under Robert's leadership is a crucial step in maintaining overall economic stability in Indonesia.
Reference:
- Liputan6, Robert Leonard Marbun jadi Sekjen Kemenkeu, Purbaya Beri Pesan Ini. Accessed on March 27, 2026
- Liputan6, Purbaya Lantik Sekjen Baru Kemenkeu, Robert Leonard Marbun. Accessed on March 27, 2026
- MetroTV, Siapa Robert Marbun? Sekjen Baru Kemenkeu Pengganti Heru Pambudi. Accessed on March 27, 2026
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