Bank Indonesia appointed Senior Deputy Governor Destry Damayanti as Acting Governor after Perry Warjiyo voluntarily resigned as Governor for personal reasons, according to an official statement issued by the central bank (26/07).

The appointment was decided by the Board of Governors during its meeting on July 26, 2026, following Perry Warjiyo's resignation on July 25, 2026.

Board of Governors Names Destry Damayanti as Acting Governor

Bank Indonesia stated that the appointment was made in accordance with Article 48 paragraph (1)(a) of Law No. 23 of 1999 concerning Bank Indonesia, as amended most recently by Law No. 4 of 2026 on Financial Sector Development and Strengthening.

The central bank also stated that Destry Damayanti was appointed as Acting Governor under Article 50 paragraph (2) of the Bank Indonesia Law.

Bank Indonesia Ensures Continuity of Its Duties

Bank Indonesia stated that it will continue carrying out its duties and authority to achieve rupiah stability, maintain payment system stability, and help safeguard financial system stability.

The central bank said these responsibilities are intended to support sustainable economic growth by creating a conducive economic environment for the growth of the real sector and job creation, in line with the mandate of the Bank Indonesia Law.

Central Bank Maintains Good Governance and Coordination

Bank Indonesia stated that it will continue to prioritize good institutional governance and professionalism in carrying out its duties and authority.

The central bank also stated that it will continue to strengthen synergy and coordination with the government while each institution carries out its respective duties and mandates.

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