Jokowi Addresses Pertamina Corruption, Questions Komisaris-Direksi Control
Pertamina crude oil Corruption Case: Key Updates and Jokowi’s Response
Table of Contents
- Pertamina crude oil Corruption Case: Key Updates and Jokowi’s Response
- Pertamina Corruption Case: Q&A on Key Updates and JokowiS Response
- What is the Pertamina Corruption Case about?
- What was President Jokowi’s response to the Pertamina Corruption allegations?
- What did Jokowi say about management oversight in Pertamina?
- How are Pertamina leaders selected?
- What is the role of the Directorate General of Oil and Gas (Ditjen Migas) concerning Pertamina products?
- How many suspects have been identified in the Pertamina corruption case?
- Who are the suspects in the Pertamina Corruption Case?
- What are the key positions and affiliations of the suspects?
- Has Jokowi denied prior suspicion of corruption within Pertamina?
Solo - President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) has addressed the ongoing examination by the Attorney General’s Office into alleged corruption in the management of crude oil and refined products at PT Pertamina, its sub-holdings, and Cooperation Contract Contractors (KKKS) during the period of 2018-2023. The Pertamina crude oil corruption case has drawn important attention, prompting Jokowi to emphasize the critical role of directorial and commissioner management control.
Jokowi Highlights Management Oversight in Pertamina
Speaking in Sumber, Banjarsari, on Thursday, March 6, 2025, Jokowi stated:
Pertamina, ini kan sebuah BUMN besar, kuat, sehingga manajemennya juga harus manajemen yang kuat dalam mengelola semua proses yang ada. Manajemen ada yang namanya direksi, dirut, dan direksi dan ada juga pengawasan, juga komisaris.
This translates to: “Pertamina, this is a large, strong state-owned enterprise, so the management must also be strong in managing all existing processes. Management includes directors, managing directors, and directors, and there is also supervision, also commissioners.”
Selection Process for Pertamina Leadership
Jokowi explained that the selection process for management, from the President Director to the Commissioners, involves an Academic Potential Test (TPA).
Yang semua itu dipilih lewat proses yakni proses TPA, dilihat Menteri BUMN, Menteri ESDM, lewat TPA baru masuk ke saya. Tidak bisa semua secara ujug-ujug (dadakan). Karena ini menyangkut pengelolaan aset yang besar sekali.
In English: “All of them are selected through a process, namely the TPA process, reviewed by the Minister of state-Owned Enterprises, the Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources, through the TPA before coming to me. It cannot all be done suddenly because it involves managing very large assets.”
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Legal Proceedings Encouraged for Corruption Allegations
Regarding the alleged corruption that occurred over five years, from 2018 to 2023, Jokowi has given the green light for legal proceedings.
Kalau sekarang ada masalah tahun 2018-2023 ya diproses saja sesuai hukum yang ada, siapapun, siapapun.
This means: “If there is a problem now in 2018-2023, then process it according to the existing law, whoever, whoever.”
Verification and Oversight of Pertamina Products
Jokowi emphasized that all Pertamina products undergo verification and feasibility testing by the Directorate General of Oil and Gas (Ditjen Migas) before being sold.
Dan seluruh produk Pertamina yang saya tau semua telah diverifikasi, dicek, diberi kelayakan untuk dijual oleh Migas. Semua ada proses, produknya juga ada proses, semua dites, dicek, semua, tapi apapun semua penyelewengan bisa saja terjadi.
In other words: “And all Pertamina products that I know of have all been verified, checked, given feasibility to be sold by Oil and Gas.There is a process for everything, the products also have a process, everything is tested, checked, everything, but whatever, all deviations can still occur.”
Jokowi Denies Prior Suspicion, Stresses Management Control
When asked if he had suspected anything during 2018-2023, Jokowi denied it, reiterating that Pertamina’s management control is held by the commissioners and directors.
Ya kalau ada kecurigaan dah digebuk (pukul) sejak dulu. (Merasa kecolongan tidak?) Ini manajemen besar saya kira manajemen kontrol oleh komisaris, manajemen kontrol oleh direksi harus detail.
This translates to: “Yes, if there was any suspicion, it would have been dealt with a long time ago. (Do you feel like you were caught off guard?) This is a big management, I think the management control by the commissioners, the management control by the directors must be detailed.”
Attorney General’s Office Investigates Pertamina Corruption Case
The Attorney General’s Office is actively investigating the alleged corruption in the management of crude oil and refined products at PT Pertamina, its sub-holdings, and cooperation contract contractors during the 2018-2023 period. Currently, nine individuals have been named as suspects in the case.
List of Suspects in Pertamina corruption Case
Of the nine suspects, six are high-ranking officials from Pertamina’s sub-holdings, while the other three are from the private sector. They are:
- RS, Director of PT Pertamina Patra Niaga
- SDS, Director of Feedstock and Product Optimization at PT Kilang Pertamina Internasional
- YF, Director of PT Pertamina Internasional Shipping
- AP, VP of Feedstock Management at PT Kilang Pertamina International
- MKAR, Beneficially Owner of PT Navigator Khatulistiwa
- DW, Commissioner of PT Navigator Khatulistiwa and Commissioner of PT. Jenggala Maritim
- GRJ, Commissioner of PT Jengga Maritim and Director of PT Orbit Terminal Merak
- MK, director of Central and Commercial Marketing at PT Pertamina Patra niaga
- EC, VP of Trading Operation at PT Pertamina Patra Niaga
The Pertamina corruption scandal continues to unfold, with ongoing investigations and legal proceedings.
Pertamina Corruption Case: Q&A on Key Updates and JokowiS Response
The investigation into alleged corruption within PT Pertamina, focusing on the management of crude oil and refined products from 2018-2023, has brought meaningful attention. This article addresses key questions about the case, President Jokowi’s response, and the latest developments.
What is the Pertamina Corruption Case about?
The Pertamina corruption case involves allegations of corruption in the management of crude oil and refined products at PT Pertamina, its sub-holdings, and Cooperation Contract Contractors (KKKS) during the period of 2018-2023.
What was President Jokowi’s response to the Pertamina Corruption allegations?
President Joko widodo (Jokowi) has emphasized the importance of strong management oversight by directors and commissioners within Pertamina. he has also given the green light for legal proceedings to address the alleged corruption that occurred between 2018 and 2023. He stressed that if there’s a problem, it should be processed according to the existing law, regardless of who is involved.
What did Jokowi say about management oversight in Pertamina?
Jokowi highlighted the critical role of directorial and commissioner management control in Pertamina. He stated that because Pertamina is a large and strong state-owned enterprise, its management must also be strong in managing all existing processes. This includes directors, managing directors, and commissioners, all of whom are responsible for supervision.
How are Pertamina leaders selected?
The selection process for Pertamina’s management, including the President Director and Commissioners, involves an Academic Potential Test (TPA). The Minister of State-Owned Enterprises and the Minister of Energy and mineral Resources review the results before the candidates are presented to the President. This process is designed to ensure that individuals with the necessary skills and qualifications are appointed, given that managing Pertamina involves handling very large assets.
What is the role of the Directorate General of Oil and Gas (Ditjen Migas) concerning Pertamina products?
Jokowi emphasized that all Pertamina products undergo verification and feasibility testing by the Directorate General of Oil and Gas (ditjen Migas) before they are sold to the public. This process ensures that the products meet the required standards and are suitable for sale.
How many suspects have been identified in the Pertamina corruption case?
As of the latest update, nine individuals have been named as suspects in the Pertamina corruption case.
Who are the suspects in the Pertamina Corruption Case?
The suspects include high-ranking officials from Pertamina’s sub-holdings and individuals from the private sector. Here’s a list of the suspects:
- RS, Director of PT Pertamina patra Niaga
- SDS, Director of Feedstock and Product Optimization at PT Kilang Pertamina Internasional
- YF, Director of PT Pertamina Internasional Shipping
- AP, VP of Feedstock Management at PT Kilang Pertamina International
- MKAR, Beneficially Owner of PT navigator Khatulistiwa
- DW, Commissioner of PT navigator Khatulistiwa and Commissioner of PT. Jenggala Maritim
- GRJ,Commissioner of PT Jengga Maritim and Director of PT Orbit Terminal Merak
- MK,director of Central and Commercial Marketing at PT Pertamina Patra niaga
- EC,VP of Trading Operation at PT Pertamina Patra Niaga
What are the key positions and affiliations of the suspects?
| Suspect | Position | Affiliation |
| :—— | :——————————————————————– | :———————————————————————————- |
| RS | Director | PT Pertamina patra Niaga |
| SDS | Director of Feedstock and Product Optimization | PT Kilang Pertamina Internasional |
| YF | Director | PT Pertamina Internasional Shipping |
| AP | VP of Feedstock Management | PT Kilang Pertamina International |
| MKAR | Beneficially Owner | PT navigator Khatulistiwa |
| DW | Commissioner | PT navigator Khatulistiwa and PT. Jenggala Maritim |
| GRJ | Commissioner and Director | PT Jengga Maritim and PT Orbit Terminal Merak |
| MK | director of Central and Commercial Marketing | PT Pertamina Patra niaga |
| EC | VP of Trading Operation | PT pertamina Patra Niaga |
Has Jokowi denied prior suspicion of corruption within Pertamina?
Yes, jokowi has stated that he had no prior suspicion of corruption during the 2018-2023 period. He reiterated that management control is the duty of the commissioners and directors of Pertamina.