Sugiono
His Excellency First Lieutenant (Ret.) Sugiono | |
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Minister of Foreign Affairs | |
Assumed office 21 October 2024 | |
President | Prabowo Subianto |
Vice Minister |
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Preceded by | Retno Marsudi |
Member of the House of Representatives | |
In office 1 October 2019 – 21 October 2024 | |
Constituency | Central Java I |
Personal details | |
Born | Takengon, Aceh, Indonesia | 11 February 1979
Political party | Gerindra |
Spouse | Marlyn Maisarah |
Children | 1 |
Education | SMA Taruna Nusantara |
Alma mater | Norwich University (BS) University of Konstanz (MMgt, MBus) |
Occupation | Military (retired), Politician, Diplomat |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Indonesia |
Branch/service | Indonesian Army |
Years of service | 2002–2004 |
Rank | First Lieutenant |
Unit | Infantry (Kopassus) |
Sugiono (born 11 February 1979) is an Indonesian politician currently serving as the Minister of Foreign Affairs, a position he assumed in 2024 under President Prabowo Subianto's administration.[1] Prior to his appointment as foreign minister, Sugiono held the role of Deputy Chairman of the First Commission of the House of Representatives from 2019 to 2024, where he was responsible for overseeing defense, foreign affairs, and communications.[2]
Early life and education
Sugiono was born on 11 February 1979, in Takengon, Aceh, Indonesia.
In 1994, he was selected to attend the prestigious Taruna Nusantara High School, where he met his classmate Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono, whom he even challenged for the position of chairman of their school's student council.[3]
Upon graduation, he received scholarship to study at Norwich University in the United States, where he earned a BS degree in computer science. He later obtained a Master of Business and Master of Management from the University of Konstanz in Germany.
Career
Early career
After completing his undergraduate education, Sugiono served in the Indonesian Army from 2002 to 2004, where he reached the rank of first lieutenant in the infantry unit. His brief military service laid the groundwork for his later roles in public service. He then worked as a personal secretary to Prabowo Subianto and when Prabowo declared the formation of Gerindra as a political party, Sugiono became one of the first members of the party, marking the start of his political career.[3]
House of Representatives
Sugiono entered national politics in 2019 when he was elected to the House of Representatives representing the Central Java I constituency under the banner of the Gerindra Party. During his tenure, he played an active role in the First Commission, focusing on defense, foreign affairs, and communications. He served in this capacity until his appointment as a cabinet minister in October 2024.
Minister of Foreign Affairs
On 20 October 2024, President Prabowo Subianto appointed Sugiono as the Minister of Foreign Affairs, succeeding Retno Marsudi. His deputies include Anis Matta, Arrmanatha Christiawan Nasir, and Arif Havas Oegroseno. In a press conference of his appointment, Sugiono said he will balance Indonesia's diplomatic relationship between China and United States to realize Indonesia's free and active foreign policy.[4]
Shortly after his appointment, Sugiono made his first official international visit to attend the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, as Indonesia’s representative.[5]
Political views
Sugiono is regarded by Gerindra members as Prabowo's "ideological" son. This is due to his close working relationship with Prabowo way back from his role as personal secretary and Prabowo often talked with him on many different topics. He is considered as one of the members of Prabowo's inner circle. Gerindra members viewed that Sugiono may also have taken similar political stances with Prabowo, known to be smart in responding to problems and a decisive thinker.[3]
Personal life
Sugiono is married to Marlyn Maisarah, and they have one child.
References
- ^ "Prabowo reveals names of ministers in "Red and White Cabinet"". Antara. 20 October 2024.
- ^ "Prabowo names Sugiono as foreign minister". Antara. 20 October 2024.
- ^ a b c "Siapa Sugiono, Menlu RI di Kabinet Prabowo-Gibran?". CNN Indonesia. 21 October 2024. Retrieved 2 December 2024.
- ^ "Menlu Sugiono Siap Seimbangkan Hubungan Bilateral dengan AS dan China". Rmol.id. Retrieved 2 December 2024.
- ^ https://nasional.kompas.com/read/2024/10/22/19492401/prabowo-utus-menlu-sugiono-hadiri-ktt-brics-di-rusia