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Conflicts of Interest in Electricity Exports
Indonesia is to export clean electricity to Singapore. There are indications of a clash of interests behind granting of permits.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, 5 June 2023
Unconstitutional Extension of Office Term
There have been many attempts to extend the terms of office of public officials during Jokowi’s second administration. These are at odds with constitutional principles.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, 5 June 2023
No Place for Sexual Offenders
Three members of the House of Representatives are reported for committing sexual assaults. The legal process does not take the side of the victim.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, 5 June 2023
The Danger of Jokowi's Intervention
Jokowi's intervention in the 2024 election could be interpreted by civil servants as an order to support a particular presidential candidate.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, 5 June 2023
Artificial Intelligence
Is there a need for regulations governing artificial intelligence?
Letters Edisi : Monday, 5 June 2023
The Bitter Lesson from BSI Hackers
The theft of Bank Syariah Indonesia’s customer data shows how weak cybersecurity is in the finance industry. This is a major risk for the economy.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, 29 May 2023
When Indigenous People’s Forest is in Limbo
There is still considerable uncertainty as to whether indigenous people’s rights would be recognized. A legislative initiative is needed.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, 29 May 2023
The Danger of Centralized Power in the Health Bill
The Health Bill gives a full mandate to the ministry of health to regulate all aspects of the health sector. This is excessive centralization.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, 29 May 2023
State Capture Corruption in the Towers Project
The investigation into the BTS tower corruption is taking place at a time of disputes between the political elites. The AGO should not become a hostage to party’s interests.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, 29 May 2023
The Best Rainforest Guardians
The Kajang indigenous community is considered the best forest guardian. They face threats from the regulations, plantation companies and modernization.
Environment Edisi : Monday, 29 May 2023
Indonesia's Wealth
Who enjoys the wealth from Indonesia's natural resources?
Letters Edisi : Monday, 29 May 2023
Miscalculated Energy Policy
The construction of the Java 1 PLTGU runs two years behind schedule because of poor planning. This has the potential to cause financial losses for Pertamina.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, 22 May 2023
Homework after SEA Games
The victory of the Indonesian soccer team at the SEA Games is no reason for excessive celebration. Avoid political interference.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, 22 May 2023
Cleaning Up the Police
The police force tends to protect its officers involved in criminal cases. This is a failure of the Polri reforms.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, 22 May 2023
The Halfhearted Reform
After a quarter of a century, the movement for change that was supported by students and ordinary people has faded away without any significant improvements. Activists are now trapped under the feet of those in power.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, 22 May 2023
Children and Cigarette Advertising
Cigarette advertisements in the Health Bill. Is it likely to be removed?
Letters Edisi : Monday, 22 May 2023
Cheap Cooking Oil Disarray
The government must immediately pay the money it owes for the supply of cheap cooking oil. A messy policy with long-term consequences.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, 15 May 2023
Only a Gathering of Neighbors
The ASEAN Summit at Labuan Bajo did not produce any important agreements. It was just an expensive neighborly chat.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, 15 May 2023
Mission Impossible in the Judicial System
The naming of yet another Supreme Court secretary as a suspect only confirms the ramshackle state of our judicial system. A complete overhaul of the oversight mechanism is needed.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, 15 May 2023
Politics without the People
The dispute between Surya Paloh and Jokowi becomes more intense. There is no benefit to the people from this strained relationship.