Anies Baswedan ended his term in office towards the end of 2022 and Heru Budi Hartono, then chief of the Presidential Secretariat and an admirable former bureaucrat of the Jakarta provincial office, was appointed as acting Jakarta governor. Anies’ departure did not attract much attention, but Heru’s appointment caused various reactions. Many are nostalgic for his achievements during the term of Basuki Tjahaja Purnama and Heru immediately proved his worth. Within a few days of taking office, Heru immediately prioritized several projects that Anies failed to complete, including continuing the Sodetan Ciliwung project which had been stalled for over six years. This week, the project was finally inaugurated by the President.

In May 2023, President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo held a field trip with several Ministers to Lampung. After proving the poor road access in Lampung, the Government decided to repair the damaged roads. Initially, the President’s action was ridiculed because it didn’t provide a good lesson for regional leaders, however, the legal basis for the takeover of road repairs has long been approved. After Lampung, the condition of several other regions has also received attention and until now, the Government stated that it had spent at least Rp7 trillion to carry out the required improvements.

The Satgas BLBI are facing new problems while running against time because their term of duty is almost over. This time two lawsuits were registered to the Jakarta State Administrative Court (PTUN Jakarta) against the decision of the Satgas for the confiscation that was carried out several months ago. One of the plaintiffs is Dwijanto Gondokusumo.

Last week, the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) carried out a Sting Operation related to alleged corruption in a project belonging to the National Search and Rescue Agency (Basarnas). This news is surprising because Basarnas should play a very important role in the country, they are responsible for the lives of many people. However, even in an institution with this noble duty, corruption is unavoidable. On July 26, 2023, the KPK officially named five suspects in this case, including the Chief of Basarnas, Air Marshal Henri Alfiandi. Henri allegedly received grafts worth a whooping Rp88 billion (nearly US$6 million) in just two years. Amidst the public’s shock, however, the TNI caused a commotion. They protested the KPK’s decision because two suspects were active military officers. The situation got worse because the problematic Deputy Chief of KPK, Johanis Tanak, apologized and blamed his subordinates. However, by law, the KPK should not apologize.

It has been over five years since the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) first announced its investigation into allegations of corruption involving State-owned insurance company PT Asuransi Jasa Indonesia (Jasindo). The lengthy process of investigation and...

With only a year left in the administration of President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo, there are over 50 projects that are part of the National Strategic Project (PSN) that needs to be completed. We know that for approximately eight years of implementation with interruptions...

The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) once again carried out a Sting Operation, this time in Jakarta. What caught the public’s attention was that the parties arrested were allegedly involved in a corruption scheme in a project belonging to the National Search and Rescue Agency (Basarnas). This news is surprising because Basarnas should play a very important role in the country, they are responsible for the lives of many people. However, even in an institution with this noble duty, corruption is unavoidable. On July 26, 2023, the KPK officially named five suspects in this case, including the Chief of Basarnas, Air Marshal Henri Alfiandi. Henri allegedly received grafts worth a whooping Rp88 billion (nearly US$6 million) in just two years. How could this happen?

Just a month ago, the investigation into allegations of corruption at the root of the problem which caused the cooking oil shortage and price surcharge developed after the Attorney General’s Office (AGO) announced that it had named three companies as suspects. However, until now there are still many questions remaining, especially regarding the Government’s responsibility. Not long ago, the three companies that were named as suspects filed a State Administrative lawsuit against the Minister of Trade. Interestingly, in the development of the investigation, the KPK recently examined the Coordinating Minister for Economy, Airlangga Hartarto, who is also the chairman of Golkar. Why is Airlangga’s statement necessary?

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.

The Satuan Tugas Penanganan Hak Tagih Negara Dana Bantuan Likuiditas Bank Indonesia (Satgas BLBI) commenced confiscation of assets they believed are related to Setiawan and Hendrawan Harjono of Bank Aspac. This time, it’s located at the heart of Jakarta. This action has attracted public attention, but we are reminded of a similar action taken by the Satgas last year, which was later annulled by a court. Were the actions of the Sagas this time clear of problems?