Astera Primanto Bhakti Takes Over as Ministry of Finance Secretary-General
The Ministry of Finance has a new secretary-general. Astera Primanto Bhakti took the office on Friday, October 23, 2026, replacing Robert Leonard Marbun, CNBC Indonesia reported. Minister of Finance Suahasil Nazara swore in the new leadership team at Djuanda Hall in Jakarta, marking the second overhaul at the ministry since his appointment on September 14, 2026.
The restructuring affects five high-ranking executive positions, known locally as Echelon I posts, under Presidential Decree Number 141/TPA of 2026, according to Batamnews. Before this promotion, Astera served as the director-general of the treasury, a role he first held on November 1, 2022. CNN Indonesia noted that Robert Leonard Marbun departs after serving in the secretary-general post since March 27, 2026, under minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa.
Leadership Shifts Across Treasury and Financial Balance
The Friday ceremony brought several other key appointments to the ministry’s executive ranks. Tri Budhianto stepped into Astera’s former position as the director-general of the treasury, according to Kompas. Meanwhile, Nufransa Wira Sakti took over as the permanent director-general of financial balance, replacing Askolani, who left the position on July 1, CNN Indonesia reported.
Two additional expert staff appointments rounded out the announcements. Batamnews reported that Neilmaldrin Noor assumed the role of expert staff for tax supervision, taking over the position previously held by Nufransa. In addition, Hidayat Amir took office as expert staff for macroeconomics and international finance.
Ministry of Finance Restructuring Timeline
This shakeup follows an earlier round of personnel changes executed by Suahasil Nazara on September 21, 2026, when the minister appointed 14 Pejabat Pimpinan Tinggi Pratama alongside secretariat members for the Financial System Stability Committee, as reported by CNBC Indonesia.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Ministry Appointments
What legal basis supports the October 23 appointments?
The official changes operate under Presidential Decree Number 141/TPA of 2026, which governs the dismissal and appointment of high-ranking madya executive officials within the Ministry of Finance, as documented by Batamnews.
Who previously held the position of director-general of financial balance?
Askolani held the post until July 1, after which the role remained under acting management until Nufransa Wira Sakti received his permanent appointment on October 23, according to CNN Indonesia.
Where did the swearing-in ceremony take place?
Suahasil Nazara administered the oath of office at Djuanda Hall, located within the Djuanda I Building at the Ministry of Finance headquarters in Central Jakarta, as detailed by Kompas and CNBC Indonesia.
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