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Edisi Monday, December 4, 2023
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The Political Machinations of Security Forces
There is increasing intimidation of regional leaders and village heads to persuade them to support Prabowo and Gibran. The police and prosecutors are threatening them with prosecution for corruption.
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The Poor State Auditor Selection Process
Yet again, a member of the Supreme Audit Agency is involved in corruption. The system for selecting these state auditors is very poor.
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Unfairness in Climate Crisis Mitigation
Climate crisis mitigation creates new disparities. Developing countries do not have the same capabilities as the developed ones.
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The Danger of the Waskita Case
The financial performance of Waskita Karya continues to decline because it is saddled with huge debts. The government suggests an asset transfer to Hutama Karya.
Edisi Monday, November 27, 2023
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No Need to Rush over the Freeport Contract
President Jokowi wants to extend the Freeport contract period, which will not end until 2041. This is not an appropriate move at the end of his term.
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Maintaining Neutrality of Security Forces in the Election
Many believe that the security forces will not be neutral in the 2024 elections. This is very dangerous for the nation.
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The Wicked Calls for LGBT Ban
There are increasing anti-LGBT opinions voiced in a number of regions. This is a wicked tactic from politicians blindly seeking popularity.
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Do Not Stop at Firli Bahuri
KPK Chair Firli Bahuri is named a suspect for extortion. His dispute with the police could benefit the fight against corruption.
Edisi Monday, November 20, 2023
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The First Lady’s Political Ambitions
Iriana Jokowi plays a huge part in the nomination of Gibran Rakabuming Raka. This is a family matter that could wreck democracy.
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Stop the Civilian Deaths in Gaza
Thousands of Palestinians died as a result of the Israeli attacks. There must be a ceasefire to stop the war crimes there.
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The Customary Land Registration Time Bomb
The issuing of land use permits (HPL) for customary land is all tied up with the interests of investors. This could easily trigger a new agrarian conflict.
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Dangerous Mistakes of the Light Railway
The Jabodebek LRT has many risks as a result of design errors in the curved track sections. The government perpetuates the problem through a revision of the regulations.
Edisi Monday, November 13, 2023
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For Democracy, Gibran Should Resign as Vice-Presidential Candidate
Having no democratic legitimacy, Gibran Rakabuming Raka must withdraw his candidacy for the vice-presidency.
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Opportunistic Political Parties around Prabowo Subianto
The political parties supporting Prabowo are continuing to do so despite the nomination of Gibran for vice-presidency is proving problematic. They are simply after power.
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Alleged Manipulation in Siman Bahar's Gold Import
Siman Bahar is alleged to have manipulated gold imports and tax documentation. Action must be taken against officials backing him.
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The Jakarta-Surabaya High-Speed Train Debt Trap
The government plans to continue the fast-train project to Surabaya. This is a debt trap staring us in the face.
Edisi Monday, November 6, 2023
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The Eddy Hiariej Case Machinations
The KPK has not named Deputy Justice and Human Rights Minister Eddy Hiariej as a bribery suspect. This is the result of the weakening of the KPK.
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Correcting the Constitutional Court
Anwar Usman breached the code of ethics. The Constitutional Court’s Ethics Council should dishonorably discharge him.
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The Sad End of Jokowi's Presidency
Political deception is on the rise at the end of Jokowi’s administration. This is in order to hold on to power.
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Breaking Link with Coal
State funds will be used for energy transition. This is a result of the government’s obsession with building coal-fired power stations.
Edisi Monday, October 30, 2023
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Jokowi’s Dynasty and the Future of Democracy
Arranging for his son to run for the vice-presidency is a manifestation of Jokowi’s paranoia and lack of self-belief. Something that is personal has wrecked democracy.
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Investigating KPK Chief Firli Bahuri
The National Police must take over the investigation into the alleged extortion of Syahrul Yasin Limpo. This would prevent abuses of power by Firli Bahuri and Karyoto.
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Stop the Nickel Mining Pollution
The water of the Sagea River in North Maluku is polluted by nickel mining. The environmental danger is becoming more real as the price of nickel on world markets plummets.
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Uncertain Rules in Garlic Commerce
The Indonesian Ombudsman found irregularities in the issuing of import permits for garlic. An arena for quota brokers to play their games.
Edisi Monday, October 23, 2023
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A Court that has Lost Its Dignity
The ruling by the Constitutional Court that advantages Gibran Rakabuming Raka was rife with conflicts of interest. The Honorary Council must fire Anwar Usman.
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Jokowi’s Ministerial Recruitment Failures
Syahrul Yasin Limpo is the sixth of Jokowi's ministers to be caught up in a corruption case. This is a sign of failure in the recruitment of cabinet members.
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Tarnished by Illegal Arms Business
The reputation of Indonesian diplomacy is ruined by the sales of arms to the military junta in Myanmar by three state-owned enterprises. This is a breach of international conventions.
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In the Shadow of a Rice Crisis
The government fails to come up with a policy to deal with the soaring price of rice. It is time to evaluate the setting of the maximum retail price.
Edisi Monday, October 16, 2023
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A Dishonest Prabowo-Gibran Strategy
The efforts to push for Gibran Rakabuming Raka to be able to participate in the presidential election create a crisis of democracy. Jokowi uses all means to hold on to power.
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Misguided Restorative Justice
It is time the law enforcement authorities acknowledge that sexual violence cases cannot be subject to restorative justice approach.
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Civilians Caught in the Middle of the Israel-Hamas War
The war between Hamas and Israel is becoming more brutal. Civilians have become the most powerless victims.
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The Causes of Indofarma’s Financial Crisis
Indofarma is facing a financial crisis. It was caused not only by strategic errors, but also by unlawful practices during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Edisi Monday, October 9, 2023
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Collusion in Syahrul Yasin Limpo’s Case
The KPK names Agriculture Minister Syahrul Yasin Limpo a suspect. The case is rife with conflicts of interest and political shenanigans.
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Vying for the NU Votes
NU sympathizers are always targeted by presidential candidates looking for votes. It could be nothing more than a mirage.
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The Indonesian Parasite Railway
KAI has been told to cover the debt of the Jakarta-Bandung fast train. This could adversely affect services in all areas, including Greater Jakarta.
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A Misunderstanding of Carbon Trading
Carbon trading is simply a way to mitigate climate change. The main aims are the energy transition and environmental protection.
Edisi Monday, October 2, 2023
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Conflict of Interest of the Constitutional Court Chief Justice
The Constitutional Court is handling the presidential-vice presidential candidates' age limit judicial review. Jokowi family's conflict of interest is thick.
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Minimal Oversight of Oil Palm Funds
The AGO is investigating misuse of BPDPKS oil palm funds. These are non-budgetary funds that are prone to being embezzled.
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The Misdirected Ban on Social Media Commerce
The government goes after the wrong target when it bans transactions on social commerce platforms. A more thorough investigation of the roots of the problem is needed
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Pertamina's Misfortune Due to Poor Gas Management
Pertamina is having a problem selling gas that it has already purchased. This could become a legal problem.