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Edition 21 June 2021
Cover Story
Firli the Culprit
KPK Chief Firli Bahuri is believed to be one of the central figures behind the anti-corruption agency’s downfall. Cases have often been leaked after he joined the KPK. Furthermore, he has allegedly been spying on his colleagues at the KPK to learn their secrets.
Cover Story
Money for the Chief
KPK Chief Firli Bahuri allegedly received Rp100 million in his bank account, labeled “Idul Fitri money.” His helicopter rental fee is believed to have been much higher.
Cover Story
Suit Against the Civic Knowledge Test
Non-active KPK employees are filing a lawsuit to several institutions against the civic knowledge test. The process of regulating the test is considered as legally flawed.
National
Third Time’s a Charm?
People in Joko Widodo’s circle are believed to be maneuvering for a third term of office for the president. They prepared two scenarios through the constitutional amendment.
National
State Guidelines’ Double-Edged Sword
Discussions on state guidelines have yet to reach an agreement. It could be used to topple the president.
National
Protection for Domestic Workers
Two factions in the House of Representatives refuse to deliberate the Domestic Workers Protection Bill. It is viewed as increasing the burden of the employers.
Economy
Staple Goods Tax Concerns
The government is criticized for planning to take staple goods out of the list of untaxed goods. The revision plan is in line with the World Bank's recommendations.
Interview
Interview
Children must be Vaccinated for Herd Immunity
Chairman of Indonesian Pediatric Association (IDAI) Aman Bhakti Pulungan is concerned about the rising cases of Covid-19 among children in Indonesia. According to IDAI’s record, around 117,000 children have been infected since the pandemic struck. Children makes up 12.5 percent of the total cases. Aman says children are most vulnerable to the disease via their parents and the people around them. He observes that many pediatric patients with Covid-19 go to doctors rather late rendering the doctors unable to offer maximal treatment. Given the recent surge in the cases, Aman urges the government to put on hold face-to-face classes scheduled to resume in July.
Column
The Current Road to the Presidency
Robertus Robet
Socioligist, Jakarta State University
Opinion
Opposing the Destroyer of KPK
More than simply sidelining 51 employees through a dubious civic knowledge test, Firli Bahuri also wrecked the working system of the Corruption Eradication Commission. The meeting point of those who wish to destroy the KPK.
Opinion
Cheap Maneuvers for Third Term President
A number of politicians in Senayan are campaigning for an extension to the presidential term limit to three terms. This is a betrayal of the 1998 reformasi spirit.
Interlude
From South Korea with Love
The love for South Korean culture which has been growing for over a decade leads to the formation of a community of dedicated fans in Indonesia. They are looking to purchase items that can make them feel closer to their idols. It has created opportunities for businesses both large and small.
Photo
Picture Window
Banana, Sir?
A COUPLE of Sulawesi black monkeys (Macaca Tonkeana) ask for food from motorists at the Coffee Garden Mountains Area, Parigi Moutong Regency, Central Sulawesi, Friday, June 18. The behavior of these protected wild animals is now increasingly changing because human often gives foods to them despite prohibitions and warnings from local Natural Resources Conservation Agency (BKSDA). ANTARA/Mohamad Hamzah
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Laying to Rest
MEMBERS of the Covid-19 burial task force are taking a rest after a hard day’s work at the Cikadut Cemetery in Bandung, West Java, Tuesday, June 15. The burial service officer said that Covid-19-related interments have increased by 20 to 30 bodies per day compared to last month’s five to eight. TEMPO/Prima Mulia
Opinion
Arbitrary Tax Increases
The government’s plan to increase value-added tax and widen its coverage triggers controversy. The key is to build public trust.
Opinion
The Long Road to Protect Domestic Workers
The Domestic Workers Protection Bill is yet to be passed. The cultural relationship that allows such imbalances must end.