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The INDONESIAN (Jakarta) — The world has entered an era where the quality of state institutions stands as a core determinant of a nation’s future. In the 21st century, a state’s strength is measured not merely by territory, population, or natural wealth — but by its institutions’ capacity to sustain stability, build public trust, and deliver steadily improving services.

As Indonesia approaches its centennial in 2045, it faces a new landscape of challenges: demographic dividend, digital transformation, cybercrime, advances in artificial intelligence, and fast‑shifting, uncertain global geopolitics. In this setting, security, economic vitality, democracy, investment, and public welfare form an inseparable whole.

Against this backdrop, Ir. R. Haidar Alwi, MT — President of Haidar Alwi Care and the Haidar Alwi Institute, and Board Member of the ITB Alumni Association — holds that Golden Indonesia 2045 is built not only on economic growth but equally on strong, modern, trusted state institutions. In his view, the Indonesian National Police (Polri) is undergoing a major transformation that will shape the nation’s trajectory.

“Golden Indonesia 2045 will not be built on the sheer power of an institution, but on the depth of trust the people place in it. The more professional, humane, and precise Polri becomes, the more it solidifies its place as one of the central pillars of national progress. For secure conditions nurture economic expansion, healthy democracy, and shared prosperity for all Indonesians,” Haidar Alwi stated firmly.

Accordingly, Polri is seen as far more than a law‑enforcement agency — it is a foundational institution that helps steer Indonesia’s future course.

Polri Strengthens Its Role as a Central Anchor of National Life in the 21st Century

In the modern era, Polri sits at the intersection of every dimension of national life. Sustained security stability fosters growth, strengthens investment, safeguards democracy, and reinforces public confidence in the state.

Its mandate is clear in law: Article 30 (4) of the 1945 Constitution charges Polri with maintaining public order and security, protecting, serving, and guiding the community, as well as enforcing laws. This mission is reinforced by Law No. 2/2002 on the Indonesian National Police, Articles 2 and 13.

The breadth of this mandate is best understood as a great responsibility — not a symbol of power. Indonesia’s two strategic security institutions are complementary: the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) safeguard defence and sovereignty, while Polri secures stability in daily community life. Their domains differ, but their ultimate purpose is shared: preserving the unity of the Republic and accelerating national progress.

“In the 21st century, Polri does not only secure the present — it helps secure Indonesia’s future. Security, economy, democracy, and welfare are inseparable. The more professional Polri becomes, the steadier Indonesia’s advance toward its goals,” Haidar Alwi noted.

This broad remand also demands continuous transformation to meet evolving challenges.

Precision and Leadership of Chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo Shape Polri’s New Profile

This transformation is most visible through the Presisi programme launched under National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo. Far from a slogan, Presisi — short for Predictive, Responsible, and Transparent‑Fair — forms the backbone of Polri’s modernisation for the long term.

Its principles have set a new standard: a work culture that is agile, responsive, humane, and close to the people. Digitalisation of public services, faster response capabilities, and institutional modernisation are central to this shift.

Momentum was further strengthened with the enactment of the revised Polri Law on 9 June 2026. This legislation should be embraced as a milestone for enhanced professionalism, accountability, institutional renewal, and service quality — not as a tool to expand institutional power.

Stronger institutional capacity also requires adequate resources, Haidar Alwi observed. Thus, the proposed supplementary budget of Rp 63.7 trillion for fiscal year 2026 merits support — provided it is accompanied by rigorous oversight, transparency, and measurable performance indicators.

Figures stem from a working meeting between House Commission III and Polri on 7 July 2025 at the Senayan Parliament complex: total assessed requirements reach Rp 173.4 trillion, while the indicative budget ceiling stands at Rp 109.6 trillion — yielding the Rp 63.7 trillion shortfall detailed in the Chief’s letter dated 10 March 2025.

Public spending on security must be re‑framed as long‑term strategic investment rather than mere expenditure, Haidar Alwi argued. Today Polri confronts not only conventional crime but also transnational narcotics networks, human trafficking, cyber‑threats, protection of vital national assets, traffic safety, and security arrangements for the democratic cycle leading to the 2029 elections.

“We often mistake security budgets as cost items — yet security is development’s bedrock. A nation that under‑invests in its security system pays a far higher price: instability, rising social costs, and eroded public trust,” he said.

Support for additional funding must go hand‑in‑hand with stronger accountability. Every rupiah spent should translate into tangible public value: faster service delivery, professional enforcement, greater safety, and rising confidence in the police.

“Under General Listyo Sigit Prabowo’s leadership, Presisi must be more than a short‑term campaign — it must become the enduring culture that carries Polri toward Golden Indonesia 2045. A force that is professional, humane, and trusted stands as one of the nation’s great pillars,” Haidar Alwi explained.

Still, institutional modernisation cannot succeed without sustained, robust internal reform.

Golden Indonesia 2045 Built on a Cleaner, Professional, Proud National Police

Indonesia still grapples with “shadow‑industry” practices that undermine public confidence. Reform must therefore deepen through integrity‑driven systems, merit‑based advancement, transparency, internal oversight, and firm discipline.

The deep‑rooted perception that legal dealings require payment must be eliminated. There is no place for collusion, “legal transactions”, or conduct that degrades the institution’s standing. Strengthening the Professional and Security Division (Propam), integrity‑centred promotion, and competence‑based recruitment are essential priorities.

All these efforts converge toward one overarching goal: building public trust as the foundation of Golden Indonesia 2045 — fully consistent with Article 1 (3) of the 1945 Constitution, which enshrines Indonesia as a state governed by law.

“Golden Indonesia 2045 will not happen automatically. As Polri grows more professional, precise, and trusted, Indonesia accelerates toward a more advanced, fair, and sovereign civil order. Ultimately, Polri’s greatest strength lies not in its authority — but in the trust the Indonesian people confer. Golden Indonesia 2045 is not a race to be strongest; it is a race to be most worthy of public confidence. And in this mission, Polri is writing its new chapter,” Haidar Alwi concluded.

Reported from various media sources //photo from Google documents // contribution by Prime News Post international online media // news.paper
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