Administrative Cohesion and Policy Transmission in Indonesian Government Response to Covid-19

Silvia P. T.  Pereira; Rommy Hardyansah

Authors

Silvia P. T. Pereira Universitas Sunan Giri Surabaya
Rommy Hardyansah Universitas Sunan Giri Surabaya

Keywords:

infectious disease policy, COVID-19 governance, administrative coordination, decentralization, Indonesian public health, legal framework, implementation dynamics

Abstract

This study examines the structure and execution of Indonesian government policies during the COVID-19 pandemic, with a specific focus on infectious disease management in a decentralized governance setting. Employing a literature review method, the research identifies legal instruments, institutional configurations, and operational strategies employed throughout the crisis. It explores how policy frameworks were formulated, disseminated, and enforced across national and subnational jurisdictions. The study reveals that Indonesia’s response, while legally structured, was challenged by coordination gaps, data fragmentation, and limited administrative cohesion. These issues affected the efficiency and equity of pandemic containment efforts. Through the analysis of academic sources and institutional evaluations, the paper demonstrates that effective public health policy requires not only strong legal authority but also integrated systems for implementation and accountability. The findings contribute to the understanding of pandemic governance in complex political environments and offer guidance for future public health preparedness. The research concludes that sustainable policy response must be anchored in administrative synergy, transparent communication, and participatory adaptation across levels of government.

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