inp.polri.go.id - Jakarta. Vice Chairman of Commission XI of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI) Fauzi Amro requested that the replacement for Bank Indonesia (BI) Governor Perry Warjiyo possess the credibility to maintain the stability of the rupiah exchange rate, control inflation, and strengthen monetary policy.

According to him, the elected BI governor must also be able to maintain the independence of the central bank and strengthen cooperation with the government and financial sector authorities to support healthy, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth.

"We express our appreciation and gratitude to Mr. Perry Warjiyo for his dedication and contribution while leading Bank Indonesia in maintaining monetary stability, the payment system, and financial system stability," Fauzi said in Jakarta on Monday (7/27/2026).

He stated that Commission XI of the DPR respects Perry Warjiyo's decision to resign from his position and emphasized that the replacement process must follow the mechanisms stipulated in the Bank Indonesia Law.

According to him, Commission XI of the DPR will carry out its constitutional function by conducting a fit and proper test on the BI gubernatorial candidate nominated by the President.

Fauzi ensured that the fit and proper test process will be conducted objectively, professionally, and prioritize the interests of the nation and state.

Previously, Minister of State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi stated that President Prabowo Subianto had received Perry Warjiyo's resignation letter on Sunday (7/26/2026) and would follow up on it according to the procedures stipulated in the Bank Indonesia Law.

Prasetyo also stated that the President expressed his appreciation for Perry's seven years of service leading the central bank.

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