Jakarta – Metroliputan7.com. – Menteri Pertahanan Republik Indonesia, Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin, recently led an event to introduce M. Herindra as the new Head of the State Intelligence Agency (BIN). Herindra, who previously served as the Deputy Minister of Defense, was officially appointed to his new role during a ceremony held at the Ministry of Defense in Jakarta on Tuesday (22/10).
During the event, Minister Sjafrie emphasized the crucial role of intelligence in upholding the sovereignty of the nation. „Today, we are here to witness the transition of Mr. Herindra from Deputy Minister of Defense to Head of the State Intelligence Agency. Intelligence is the backbone of our nation’s sovereignty,“ stated Minister Sjafrie.
Describing Herindra as a person with high stamina and resilience, Minister Sjafrie highlighted his integrity, nationalism, patriotism, and most importantly, his loyalty to the nation and state. „We have found a figure who embodies these qualities, and we are confident in his ability to lead the State Intelligence Agency,“ added Minister Sjafrie.
With a prayer of Bismillah, Minister Sjafrie bid farewell to M. Herindra as he embarked on his new role as the Head of BIN, expressing his hope that the Almighty would grant him strength in fulfilling his duties. In his remarks, Herindra shared his gratitude for the support and guidance he received while serving at the Ministry of Defense under the leadership of Minister Prabowo and Minister Sjafrie. „I have gained invaluable experience and witnessed great collaboration during my time here. I am truly touched by the support from everyone,“ said Herindra.
Acknowledging the close connection between intelligence and defense, Herindra expressed his commitment to working together to achieve the goals set by President Prabowo Subianto. The event concluded with Minister Sjafrie presenting Herindra with a token of appreciation in the form of a locally-produced Pistol Metraliur (PM) Kal. 32 FS V1 from PT Pindad.
The ceremony marked a significant transition in the leadership of the State Intelligence Agency, with Herindra stepping into a pivotal role that plays a crucial part in the nation’s defense and security. The event showcased the unity and collaboration within the defense sector, emphasizing the importance of loyalty, integrity, and patriotism in serving the nation. As Herindra takes on his new responsibilities, the hope is that he will continue to uphold these values and work towards achieving the shared objectives of the government.