Indonesian Finance Minister Addresses Budget Utilization Concerns

Response to Tito Karnavian's Lighthearted Remark

Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa responded to Interior Minister Tito Karnavian's humorous comment during a coordination meeting of the Post-Disaster Recovery Task Force held on January 10, 2026. The meeting was streamed on YouTube by DPR RI. Purbaya clarified that he wouldn't be upset if his name wasn't mentioned, but expressed concern about the significant state budget prepared through debt and taxes remaining unutilized.

Key Statement on Budget Utilization

Purbaya emphasized his concern by stating, "I'm not upset if my name isn't mentioned. But I'm upset if the money provided through debt isn't used. We collect a lot of money, tax people, stack it there, and then don't use it." This statement highlights the importance of effective budget utilization in government financial management.