In a significant administrative development, President Jennifer Simons has officially approved the appointment of Ravin Soerdjbalie as the Director of the Bureau of the Minister of Home Affairs. This decision, based on the recommendation of the Minister of Home Affairs, was formalized through a resolution dated October 24, 2025, and is retroactively effective from September 1, 2025. The employment contract, signed by Minister Marinus Bee, is indefinite and aligns with the salary scale for directors of General Administration departments. The appointment received unanimous approval from the Council of Ministers. Soerdjbalie brings a wealth of experience in public administration, having previously served as a legal policy advisor to the National Assembly and as the Deputy Chairman of the Independent Electoral Bureau. Additionally, he is currently pursuing a doctorate in Criminal Justice and Cybercrime at the European International University and has extensive experience as a consultant in governance, law, and security.