Fri Sep 13 07:56:00 UTC 2024: ## DPR Approves Revision to Ministry Law, Allowing for More Ministries

**Jakarta, Indonesia -** The Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR) has approved a revision to the Law on Ministries, removing the 34-ministry cap and granting the President the power to determine the number of ministries based on the needs of the government.

This revision, supported by the Prosperous Justice Party (PKS) faction, is a response to a 2011 Constitutional Court ruling that revoked the elimination of Deputy Ministers from the cabinet.

The new law allows for the creation of dedicated ministries based on sub-sectors or specific government functions. This change is aimed at optimizing government operations and ensuring good governance.

The revision also allows the President to modify the organizational structure of ministries to meet the demands of government operations.

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President Joko Widodo has urged his cabinet members to avoid any policy decisions that could cause unrest during the upcoming transition of government. The President has also emphasized the importance of maintaining public purchasing power, controlling inflation, and ensuring economic growth.

While the impact of this revised law on the 2024 US Presidential Election is yet to be determined, it signals a significant shift in Indonesian governance. This change provides the future President with greater flexibility in structuring the government, potentially leading to a more efficient and effective administration.

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