Annas Maamun Latest Corruption Case
Eight years ago, Annas Maamun, then governor of Riau, was caught after receiving bribes. He was found guilty soon after and sentenced to seven years in prison. Annas received clemency from President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo three years ago for humanitarian reasons. He was freed a few months later. But the problem is not over for Annas. The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) still has one case against him. This week, the KPK arrested Annas.
The IKN Controversy
The Chief of the IKN (New Capital City) Nusantara Authority, Bambang Susantono, supposedly made a controversial statement. After a meeting with the President and the Minister of Investment, Bambang Susantono told the press that members of the public could help finance the development of IKN as it would be a long-term development that extends beyond five years. The statement triggered many.
A Noteworthy Military Job Rotation
The Military Commander (Panglima TNI) General Andika Perkasa instituted another round of job rotation. This latest rotation affects 113 military generals. Among the generals affected are a territorial commander (Pangdam) and a general commander (Danjen) of the Army’s Special Forces Kopassus.
Jokowi’s Statement (2)
President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo made another statement in response to the idea of a third term. The President stated once again that he would obey the 1945 Constitution, which limited the length of the presidential term to only two periods. But some are still not convinced by the President’s latest statement.
AHY-Paloh’s Meeting
The Chairman of the Democratic Party, Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono (AHY), who is also the eldest son of the sixth President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono (SBY), met with the Chairman of Nasdem Party, Surya Paloh, on Tuesday (March 29). Both figures explored the possibility of a coalition for the 2024 presidential race. It’ll be interesting to see whether Tuesday’s meeting will be followed up with a meeting between SBY and Paloh soon.
Court Rejects Extension Term for Military
The Constitutional Court (MK) rejects a judicial review (JR) request of the Indonesian Military (TNI) Law No. 34/2004 that demanded the extension of the military officers’ retirement age. Four out of nine justices, however, gave a dissenting opinion. The ruling is worth highlighting given that in the previous Court’s session, the Military Commander (Panglima TNI) General Andika Perkasa had asked the justices to exercise fairness on the matter.
Anies’ Development Rhetorics
The Jakarta Governor Anies Baswedan set ten development targets in Jakarta city for 2023. But one wonders why now because Anies won’t be able to fulfill the said targets since he will end his term this year.
2024 Battleground: Survey Results (2)
Polling agency Lembaga Survei Indonesia (LSI) found Prabowo Subianto leading the poll with a substantial margin in South Sumatera, the third most populous province on Sumatera Island. As we all know, South Sumatera has been home to Prabowo’s supporters in the last two presidential elections. The LSI’s finding tells us that the province will likely remain with Prabowo in 2024.
Angry Jokowi
President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo made headlines when he expressed his anger to his cabinet members regarding importation volume. Instead of importing goods, the President wants his ministers to spend the budget on local products. The President also encouraged the regional heads to do the same.
Sandiaga’s Commitment
Sandiaga Uno has stated his full support of Prabowo Subianto’s 2024 presidential bid. It is the first time Sandi has made such a statement.