Jokowi’s Cabinet fractures as Finance Minister Mulyani weighs role

JAKARTA: Indonesian President Joko Widodo’s behind-the-scenes backing of a presidential candidate is fracturing his government, with several ministers weighing resignation.

Among them is Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati (pic), who has been integral in steadying South-East Asia’s largest economy, according to people who asked not to be named discussing sensitive information. Others who are considering leaving their posts include Foreign Affairs Minister Retno Marsudi and Minister of Public Works and Housing Basuki Hadimuljono, the people said.