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NATIONAL POLICY PAPER
REFORMING INDONESIA’S CONSTITUTIONAL SYSTEM
Towards a Professional, Effective, and Globally Competitive Governance Framework
I. Executive Summary
As the third-largest democracy in the world, Indonesia requires comprehensive constitutional reform to address the challenges of the 21st century. The current governance structure is still dominated by short-term electoral interests and suffers from weak policy continuity across administrations, hindering the nation’s progress.
By learning from countries such as Malaysia and Vietnam, Indonesia can build a long-term, technocratic state system based on professionalism and meritocracy—without sacrificing democratic values and social justice. This document provides a strategic and practical national policy framework to ensure sustainable national development.
II. Strategic Background
Several development indicators reveal that Indonesia has not yet optimised its systemic transformation. Disparities between central and regional authorities, policy fragmentation, a slow-moving bureaucracy, and a transactional political culture present serious obstacles. A shift in paradigm is essential—reimagining the state as a civilisational architect rather than a mere administrative operator.
Malaysia has succeeded in enhancing bureaucratic effectiveness through a merit-based system and consolidated national planning. Vietnam has integrated centralised leadership with agile and adaptive regional implementation. Both models have driven national development under stable political structures and long-term strategies.
III. Vision and Strategic Goals of the Reform
Vision:
To realise Indonesia as a developed nation through a constitutional system that is professional, integrity-driven, and sustainable.
Strategic Goals:
Establish continuity in national policy across different administrations.
Strengthen a meritocratic and technocratic governance system.
Integrate development planning with effective and efficient execution.
Ensure public participation and measurable institutional accountability.
IV. Strategic Pillars of the Reform
1. Reforming National Development Planning
Establish an independent national planning agency, technocratic in nature and free from electoral influence, to ensure consistent development across regimes.
2. Transforming the State Bureaucracy
Restructure civil service recruitment, promotion, and evaluation based on integrity and performance, under a professional and non-political civil service commission.
3. Establishing a National Technocracy Council
An independent, cross-sectoral council comprising academics, scientists, economists, and governance experts to guide long-term national policy.
4. Strengthening the Integrated Anti-Corruption System
Reinforce the KPK as a constitutional body, supported by digital oversight systems, blockchain-based reporting, and full protection for whistleblowers.
5. National Strategy for Developing World-Class Human Resources
Revamp the national education curriculum, strengthen research institutions, and develop strategic talents aligned with development priorities and future industry demands.
V. Implementation Phases
Phase I (Years 1–3):
Revise strategic laws, establish technocratic institutions, and pilot new systems in key ministries and selected regions.
Phase II (Years 4–6):
Consolidate institutional frameworks, assess new policy effectiveness, and reinforce cross-sectoral oversight bodies.
Phase III (Years 7–10):
Nationalise the new system, cultivate a public service culture, and fully integrate transparent, participatory digital governance.
VI. Principles of Implementation
Constitutionality: All reform measures must adhere to Pancasila and the 1945 Constitution.
Professionalism: Public offices must be filled by competent individuals, not based on political affiliations.
National Interest: Reforms must prioritise the welfare of the people and national advancement.
Transparency: The reform process must be open to public and media scrutiny.
Accountability: Oversight bodies must be empowered and granted full access to national information systems.
VII. Closing Statement
Reforming the constitutional system of Indonesia is a historic imperative—not merely a political option. To realise a dignified, competitive, and sovereign Indonesia in the future, collective courage is needed to establish a modern state architecture capable of meeting evolving global challenges. This paper is a strategic contribution from Relawan Peduli Rakyat Lintas Batas, encouraging the central government, parliament, and the wider nation to embrace fundamental transformation in pursuit of Indonesia Emas 2045.
Presented by:
Arizal Mahdi
Chairman of Relawan Peduli Rakyat Lintas Batas
Bireuen – Aceh – Indonesia
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