Mandala Consulting had the honor of hosting Prof. Muhamad Chatib Basri, former Chairman of BKPM and former Minister of Finance, at our office in mid-August. We introduced Mandala Consulting as a proudly Indonesian-owned Public Policy and Government Affairs consulting firm, committed to data-driven and evidence-based advocacy. During this meeting, we also showcased our previous studies on digital banking, downstreaming, and the executive office of the president.
Prof. Chatib Basri offered profound insights on the critical importance of policy testing, the optimal structure for a presidential staff office, and best practices for implementing short-term policy recommendations. His expertise and experience have inspired Mandala to further refine our approach to strategic policy recommendations.
We are deeply grateful for this enriching discussion and look forward to continued collaboration with Prof. Basri as we explore impactful solutions for Indonesia's future.