INDONESIAUPDATES.COM, News En – In a recent study conducted by the independent research institute IndoStrategi, the top 10 best-performing ministers of Indonesia’s Red and White Cabinet have been unveiled. The evaluation, conducted six months after the cabinet’s inauguration in October 2024, sheds light on the performance of President Prabowo Subianto and Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s cabinet members.

Key Parameters in the Evaluation

The assessment, which covers various aspects of ministerial performance, focuses on three critical parameters:

1. Policy Effectiveness

2. Quality of Governance

3. Ministerial Leadership

IndoStrategi’s Research Director, Ali Noer Zaman, emphasized that the government’s overall performance was categorized as “moderate,” with an average score of 3.54 out of 5. The study highlighted that the highest-ranking ministers exhibited strong leadership, clear policy direction, and efficient governance.

The Top 10 Best Performing Ministers

The following ministers received the highest marks in IndoStrategi’s performance evaluation:

1. Minister of Primary and Secondary Education: Abdul Mu’ti – Score: 4.20

2. Minister of Agriculture: Amran Sulaiman – Score: 4.15

3. Minister of Transportation: Dudy Purwagandhi – Score: 4.09

4. Minister of Public Works: Dodi Hanggodo – Score: 4.08

5. Minister of Religion: Nasaruddin Umar – Score: 4.07

6. Minister of Finance: Sri Mulyani – Score: 4.03

7. Minister of Health: Budi Gunadi Sadikin – Score: 3.96

8. Minister of Forestry: Raja Juli Antoni – Score: 3.89

9. Minister of Culture: Fadli Zon – Score: 3.88

10. Minister of State Secretariat: Prasetyo Hadi – Score: 3.69

These ministers demonstrated not only solid policy direction but also the ability to manage governance efficiently and exhibit leadership that is both responsive and communicative. The research suggests that their performance is a direct result of their ability to adapt quickly to public dynamics while maintaining effective work programs.

Methodology Behind the Evaluation

The IndoStrategi research was carried out between March 17 and April 25, 2025, using a purposive sampling methodology. The study employed a qualitative approach, triangulating data from various national policy documents, including the Asta Cita and RPJMN 2024–2029. Additionally, 67 experts were involved, contributing their insights based on their respective fields of expertise, and the study was further enriched by focus group discussions (FGDs) and media studies.

Best Performing Coordinating Minister

IndoStrategi also evaluated the performance of the coordinating ministers, with Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono, the Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development, emerging as the top performer among them. He received a score of 3.50, reflecting his effectiveness in overseeing key development projects.

Meanwhile, Pratikno, the Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture, received the lowest score of 3.05, indicating areas where improvements could be made in his leadership and governance strategies.

Why This Study Matters

IndoStrategi’s research offers a clear picture of the ministers who are excelling in their roles and contributing effectively to Indonesia’s governance. The evaluation highlights key areas such as policy clarity, efficiency, and responsiveness, which are critical to ensuring that the government can address both domestic and international challenges.

For the public and policymakers alike, this research serves as a useful tool in identifying the strengths and weaknesses of Indonesia’s current leadership, providing a basis for ongoing improvement in government performance.

As Indonesia moves forward in its governance, the top-performing ministers in the Red and White Cabinet continue to set the standard for leadership, policy-making, and governance. With a focus on mutual benefits and public dynamics, these ministers are driving the government’s agenda in the right direction, ensuring that Indonesia remains resilient amid the challenges it faces.

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