Jakarta, ThedailyID — Government Communications Agency chief M Qodari has explained why President Prabowo Subianto appointed Suahasil Nazara as finance minister, replacing Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa.
Qodari highlighted Suahasil’s extensive experience at the Ministry of Finance. Before becoming minister, Suahasil served as deputy finance minister for around six to seven years.
“He already knows the ins and outs of the Ministry of Finance very well because he spent around six to seven years as deputy finance minister. Previously, he also served as head of the Fiscal Policy Agency,” Qodari said on Tuesday, September 15.
Qodari believes that experience gives Suahasil a strong foundation to lead the ministry. He also expressed confidence that Suahasil can help maintain Indonesia’s economic growth.
According to Qodari, Suahasil has two key strengths. First, he has a strong academic background as a professor of economics at the University of Indonesia.
Qodari said that expertise will help Suahasil manage fiscal policy amid current economic challenges. At the same time, he expects the new finance minister to support growth without compromising economic stability.
“That is one of Mr. Suahasil’s strengths. Especially in a situation like this, the state budget is an important instrument to drive the economy while also maintaining Indonesia’s economic stability,” Qodari said.
Qodari also pointed to Indonesia’s large economic potential. He said the government wants to develop those resources in line with President Prabowo’s emphasis on Article 33 of the 1945 Constitution.
The article states that Indonesia’s natural resources should benefit the people as broadly as possible. Qodari said this approach should help reduce inequality and improve public welfare.
“Once again, this will provide tangible benefits for Indonesian society, reduce inequality, and improve the welfare of Indonesian people as broadly as possible,” he said.
Suahasil officially replaced Purbaya after Prabowo removed the former finance minister from his position on September 14, 2026.
