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1998 Student Kidnapping is Human Rights Violation
Prabowo Subianto is hoping to erase his sins in relation to the 1998 kidnappings. Gross human rights violations will not be a priority.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, October 28, 2024
The Huge Disadvantages of Halal Certification
The obligation to obtain halal certification leads to higher economic costs and corruption. Labeling products that are non-halal would be more efficient.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, October 28, 2024
Selling Influence over the Medan Block
Jokowi’s son-in-law, Bobby Nasution is caught up in alleged bribery involving a mining permit in North Maluku. He is accused of selling his influence.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, October 28, 2024
Prabowo’s Oversized Cabinet
A number of problematic individuals are appointed to Prabowo Subianto’s cabinet. It will be difficult for the government to be effective in its first one or two years.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, October 28, 2024
Hope for the New Government
The new government under Prabowo Subianto is already formed. Can we hope for what the future holds?
Letters Edisi : Monday, October 28, 2024
Poor Management of the Stock Exchange
There are indications of problems with the IPO of Barito Renewables Energy. The stock exchange and capital markets authorities are neglecting their responsibilities.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, October 21, 2024
The Bogus Commitment to Safeguarding Biodiversity
There is an increasingly real threat to Indonesia’s biodiversity. It cannot be overcome through empty slogans at international forums.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, October 21, 2024
When KPK Gives in to a Strongman
The KPK should designate Sahbirin Noor a fugitive. There is a good chance the South Kalimantan Governor will go free.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, October 21, 2024
A Political Cabinet in Disarray
How did Prabowo Subianto decide on the composition of his cabinet? There are indications that several prospective ministers were proposed by tycoons.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, October 21, 2024
OJK’s Right of Reply
OJK’s right of reply and a remembrance to Mochtar Lubis who wrote about government.
Letters Edisi : Monday, October 21, 2024
The Taspen Pension Fund Time Bomb
The KPK uncovered alleged embezzlement of the Taspen pension fund involving Sinarmas Sekuritas. The result of poor supervision by the OJK.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, October 14, 2024
Maritime Affairs Ministry
A number of policies from Minister Sakti Wahyu Trenggono are riddled with conflicts of interest. They benefit his son, Indra Trenggono.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, October 14, 2024
Holes in the KPK Leadership Nomination
There are indications that the selection of the KPK leadership for the 2024 to 2029 period is in breach of a Constitutional Court ruling. The process needs to be rerun.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, October 14, 2024
President Jokowi’s Polished Images
Jokowi is like a king reluctant to relinquish his crown. Nearing retirement, he is still trying to improve his image.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, October 14, 2024
Solutions for Efficient Logistics Transportation
A reader’s letter suggests authorities seek ways for safe and efficient logistics transportation, in order to minimize traffic accidents.
Letters Edisi : Monday, October 14, 2024
The Illegal Gold Miner Scapegoats
Officials are all trying to avoid responsibility for illegal gold mining in protected forests. The dangers to the environment and to health are being ignored.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, October 7, 2024
The Bakrie Group Debt Gamble
Instead of paying its debts, the Bakrie Group is suing 12 creditors. This could become a bad precedent for the investment climate.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, October 7, 2024
The Dark Succession of the Supreme Court Chief Justice
The contest for the selection of the Supreme Court Chief Justice is heating up. There are indications it is riddled with the interests of the government and tycoons.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, October 7, 2024
Jokowi’s Fear of Retirement Syndrome
Jokowi passed a number of strategic policies at the end of his administration. Making the president-elect a hostage to fortune.
Opinion Edisi : Monday, October 7, 2024
Inauguration of DPR Members
With old faces still occupying more than half the seats, can DPR members be trusted to speak up and truly represent the people’s voice?