Thousands of PDI-P Cadres Reconsolidate in Bali

JAKARTA, KOMPAS - Members of the DPR, provincial DPRD, and district/city DPRD from all over Indonesia who are affiliated with the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle or PDI-P began arriving in Bali on Tuesday (29/7/2025) to participate in technical guidance. This important agenda is referred to as a party consolidation event in anticipation of the upcoming PDI-P's Sixth Congress.

Approximately 3,000 PDI-P cadres are scheduled to participate in technical guidance (bimtek) at The Meru Sanur Hotel, Bali, starting Wednesday (30/7/2025) tomorrow. This activity is planned to last for three days.

The training was held amid the strengthening issue of the PDI-P Congress plan, which has been postponed several times since April 2025. Moreover, the participants present are the voters in the congress.

The Vice Chairman of the South Tangerang City Council, Wanto Sugito, confirmed that he is already in Bali and ready to participate in the event. This technical training, he stated, serves as a national consolidation forum for all legislative cadres of PDI-P.

"We are here not only to strengthen the capacity and understanding of legislation but also to unify political movements and steps amid national dynamics," said Wanto when contacted from Jakarta, Tuesday (29/7/2025).

According to the Chairperson of the DPC PDI-P South Tangerang City, the technical guidance also serves as the party's effort to uphold the dignity of its ideology, strengthen oversight functions, and ensure that every cadre remains grounded in the interests of the people. "This is part of our commitment to ensure that all legislative cadres operate in accordance with the party's lines," he stated.

Regarding the plan for the opening of the technical training by the Chairperson of PDI-P, Wanto confirmed the agenda. "Yes, but for more details, it can be confirmed with the DPP," he stated.

Regarding the rumored PDI-P Congress, which will be held after the technical guidance, Wanto emphasized that this is entirely the responsibility of the Central Executive Board (DPP). "Just confirm with the DPP. As a cadre, I am on standby at any time for party orders," he said.

Meanwhile, the Chairman of the DPP PDI-P, Yasonna Laoly, stated that the Chairperson of PDI-P, Megawati Soekarnoputri, has arrived in Bali to attend an important party agenda. "Therefore, we apologize, Ma'am (Megawati) has coincidentally arrived in Bali due to an important party agenda," he said after paying his respects to Kwik Kian Gie at the Sentosa Funeral Home, RSPAD Gatot Subroto, Jakarta, Tuesday (29/7/2025).

The PDI-P Congress is eagerly awaited by the public as it is said to be an important moment for the party. Megawati is reported to be utilizing it to determine the stance of PDI-P towards the Prabowo administration.

With the PDI-P taking the path of opposition, which is inherently part of its DNA, it certainly serves as an oasis for the public amidst the aridity of political decorum.

A senior researcher from the Political Research Center of the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), Lili Romli, assessed that there are signals indicating that PDI-P will take a position as a "strategic partner" of the government without having to formally join the cabinet. The choice to remain outside the government will be a breath of fresh air for civil society and democracy activists.

"This kind of stance will certainly bring relief to civil society and democracy activists. It could also garner support from PDI-P cadres at the grassroots level," he said.

He emphasized that the PDI-P's move to assume an opposition role is crucial for democratic life. In addition to maintaining checks and balances to oversee government operations and prevent abuse of power, the decision will also serve as an example of political propriety amidst elite pragmatism and opportunism.

"The public is disappointed with the attitude of the elites like that. Therefore, with PDI-P taking the path of opposition, which is inherently part of PDI-P's DNA, it certainly represents an oasis for the public amidst the aridity of political decorum," said Lili.

Nevertheless, the public is said to still be waiting for a firm stance from PDI-P with a sense of anxious anticipation. According to Lili, the internal dynamics of the party are one of the reasons for this. "Internally, PDI-P is still divided between those who want to join the government and those who wish to remain outside as the opposition. Moreover, the fact that the relationship between Mrs. Megawati and Mr. Prabowo is quite good has led to this anxiety," he stated.

Lili added that the public hopes that the good relationship between Megawati and President Prabowo does not automatically lead to political cooperation in the government. "Friendship should be maintained well, but it does not have to result in joining the government," she said.

He emphasized that political parties are an important instrument in upholding and safeguarding democracy. Therefore, the public hopes that PDI-P will consistently take on that role. "If this is done, history will record it in golden ink that PDI-P remains steadfast and consistent despite the temptations of power," said Lili.