Coordinator Minister for Politics and Security: Regional Leadership Forum Must Remain United in Carrying Out Government Duties
MEDAN — The Coordinator Minister for Politics and Security of the Republic of Indonesia, Djamari Chaniago, has reminded regional leadership forums (Forkopimda) across Indonesia to remain unified in carrying out government duties.
“Forkopimda must work in unity. Ultimately, everything we do is for the welfare of the people,” said Djamari, accompanied by North Sumatra Deputy Governor Surya during a courtesy visit at the Bukit Barisan Military Command Headquarters in Medan on Sunday.
The minister instructed Forkopimda members at both district/city and provincial levels not to pursue individual interests at the expense of public welfare.
“Do not bring personal feelings into this, because the people need us. Direct our full attention to the people,” Djamari emphasised at the courtesy visit attended by religious leaders and community figures from North Sumatra.
He also highlighted several issues requiring collective attention across the country, including drug trafficking and criminal organisations.
Additionally, he cited the spread of false information and online gambling as matters that threaten public order.
Djamari stressed the importance of Forkopimda’s role working alongside religious leaders to engage young people in actively maintaining regional unity and stability.
“How do we engage young people, reach out to them, and provide space for them to contribute to development and preserve unity,” he said.
He also asked community leaders and Forkopimda officials to correct various false narratives circulating among the public, such as those concerning fuel shortages and food crises.
“The government ensures that the availability of national energy and food supplies remains secure and sufficient for the people,” Djamari stated.
North Sumatra Deputy Governor Surya affirmed that the North Sumatra Provincial Government continues to maintain a conducive atmosphere and regional stability through coordination with the central government.
“Regional stability is not built solely through the strength of government institutions and security forces, but also through the active role of community leaders as peacemakers and protectors among the people,” he said.
Surya noted that North Sumatra is a diverse province with varied ethnicities, religions, cultures, and traditions.
This diversity, he continued, represents a great strength that must be preserved through values of tolerance.
“The role of religious and customary leaders is crucial in protecting harmony and cohesion among the people,” Surya said.
He also stated that the North Sumatra Provincial Government is pursuing a regional development vision called “Blessed Collaboration North Sumatra,” recognising that regional development is not solely the responsibility of local government.
Instead, it requires collaboration between the central government, local government, the business world, and community leaders.
“To realise this vision, the North Sumatra Provincial Government is promoting several strategic development measures, including strengthening infrastructure and regional connectivity, improving the quality of human resources, and enhancing the quality of public services,” Surya said.