Jakarta, Feb. 14 -- Governance is the art of managing imperfection, with an inevitable dilemma faced in every decision of choosing between idealism and pragmatism.

During his tenure, President Prabowo Subianto decided to implement a budget efficiency policy aimed at streamlining state spending, reducing waste, and strengthening fiscal foundations.

However, he formed a cabinet with additional ministries larger than the previous government's, resulting in bigger state budget spending. This choice was not in line with his efforts to promote efficiency.

In economics, efficiency is often seen as a reflection of healthy governance. A carefully designed budget reflects fiscal rigor and responsibility, avoiding waste and ensuring that every di...