The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) uncovered a graft case involving the Regent of Cirebon, Sunjaya Purwadisastra, in 2018. The investigation and inquisition process found two cases of alleged corruption and money laundering and as a result, several people were named suspects, including an official of Hyundai Engineering & Construction. Sunjaya had been found guilty in the predicate crime three years ago and he is standing trial on the second case on allegation of money laundering. During the latest hearing, the prosecutors read their demands. We need to note that while the case does not receive much attention in Indonesia, it causes a stir in both South Korea and Japan and while one of the bribers had been found guilty, the long-awaited trial of the said Hyundai official has yet to take place.To subscribe please click here
