Wesly Silalahi

Wesly Silalahi (born 12 October 1959) is an Indonesian politician and professional. Originally from Pematangsiantar, North Sumatra, Silalahi has pursued education and professional interests across multiple fields, including economics, law, notary practice, and various business ventures. He is currently serving as the Mayor of Pematangsiantar since 2025.

Early life and education Wesly Silalahi was born in Pematangsiantar on 12 October 1959 to Wongso Silalahi, a retired employee of the Simalungun Regency government, and Aminah Boru Sinaga. Silalahi spent his childhood in his birthplace, attending the 56th Pematangsiantar Elementary School from 1965 to 1971. He continued his studies at a Catholic middle school in Pematangsiantar and later at the 2nd Pematangsiantar State High School from 1975 to 1977.

In 1978, Silalahi relocated to Jakarta to study economics at the University of Indonesia, graduating in 1983. Years later, he returned to the same university to pursue a law degree between 2003 and 2008 and further specialized in law by completing a master of notary degree from 2010 to 2013.

2019 and 2024 legislative election In the 2019 legislative election, he ran as a candidate for the Indonesian House of Representatives representing North Sumatra’s 3rd electoral district. He was supported by PDIP. However, he only managed to secure 14,097 votes and failed to earn a seat in the national parliament. He ran again in the 2024 legislative election with the support of the Gerindra Party representing North Sumatra’s 3rd district. He also failed to secure a seat in his second attempt, with a total vote of 21,599.

Personal life Wesly Silalahi is married to Liswaty Sinaga.