Panglima TNI Jenderal TNI Agus Subiyanto recently conducted a major restructuring within the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) towards the end of the year. A total of 300 high-ranking officers were repositioned, as reported by detikcom on Sunday, December 15, 2024. This rotation was based on the Decree of the Commander of the Indonesian National Armed Forces Number Kep/1545/XII/2024 regarding Termination and Appointment to Positions within the TNI, issued on Friday, December 6, 2024.
Breakdown of Rotations
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Total: 300 high-ranking officers
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Army (TNI AD): 143
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Navy (TNI AL): 92
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Air Force (TNI AU): 65
Notable Rotations
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Danpaspampres: Major General TNI Achiruddin was reinstated as the Commander of the Presidential Security Forces (Danpaspampres). He had previously served in this position and then as the Pangdam VI/Mulawarman (Mlw).
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Pangkogabwilhan I: Major General TNI Kunto Arief Wibowo, from the Army (TNI AD), assumed the position, traditionally held by Navy officers.
Reasons for Rotations
The appointments, including key positions such as Danpaspampres and Pangkogabwilhan I, were made considering various factors, including organizational needs, experience, performance, and professionalism of the officers, as stated by the TNI’s Chief of Information, Major General TNI Hariyanto.
Cross-Branch Rotations
Cross-military branch rotations, such as the assignment of an Army officer to lead Pangkogabwilhan I, reflect the TNI’s flexibility in supporting national defense duties. This move aims to refresh leadership structures and ensure optimal synergy within the respective commands.