Prabowo Calls for Integrity and Enhanced Performance from Pertamina Leadership

Emphasis on Clean Governance and National Contribution

President Prabowo Subianto, during the inauguration of Pertamina's Refinery Development Master Plan (RDMP) in Balikpapan on January 12, 2026, stressed that Pertamina must operate with integrity and produce greater value for Indonesia. As the nation's national champion and the only Indonesian company featured in Fortune 50, Prabowo emphasized that Pertamina's performance should reflect its significant status ⁴

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Key Directives from the President

1. Anti-corruption emphasis: Prabowo explicitly instructed Pertamina's new leadership, particularly Director Simon Aloysius Mantiri, to maintain integrity and avoid corruption ²
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2. National energy security: The President mandated that Pertamina should be the pillar of national energy resilience, serving the nation's interests above all ⁵
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3. Addressing unhealthy practices: Prabowo acknowledged that there have been unhealthy practices within Pertamina and the energy sector regulation, indicating a need for comprehensive reform ¹
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Pertamina's Strategic Role and Future Directions

Prabowo highlighted that as a national champion, Pertamina should generate more substantial benefits for Indonesia. With its presence in Fortune 50 and valuation of approximately USD 100 billion, the company is expected to play a crucial role in the nation's economic landscape ⁴

. The recent management reshuffle, including the appointment of Simon Aloysius Mantiri as Director, is part of the government's efforts to transform Pertamina's operations and enhance its contribution to national development.