DPD (Dewan Perwakilan Daerah)

The Dewan Perwakilan Daerah (DPD) is an Indonesian legislative body representing regional interests at the national level. It functions alongside the national parliament (DPR) and comprises members elected directly by regional populations. The DPD's role is to advocate for regional perspectives, contribute to national policy discussions, and oversee regional development issues. It helps ensure that diverse regional voices influence national legislation, promoting balanced governance across Indonesia’s many provinces. The DPD operates as a mechanism to give regions a dedicated voice within the country's legislative process.