Roy Suryo Awaits Police Response in Second Custody Appeal Hearing
Former Minister of Culture and Tourism, Roy Suryo, faces the second hearing of his pre-trial motion challenging his detention. Attention is focused on the police's response.
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Former Minister of Culture and Tourism, Roy Suryo, faces the second hearing of his pre-trial motion challenging his detention. Attention is focused on the police's response.
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President Prabowo Subianto issued a stern warning to those expressing pessimism about Indonesia's future, stating they should 'stay home or find another country.' He expressed confidence in national economic growth and strengthening, emphasizing the 'Indonesia Incorporated' concept where all economic actors, including cooperatives, SMEs, private firms, and SOEs, work together.
President Prabowo, speaking at the 79th National Cooperative Day commemoration, urged the public to strengthen unity and mutual cooperation, abandoning cultures of slander, envy, and suspicion. He emphasized that Indonesians are one family and success can only be achieved through collaboration, not conflict.
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto issued a stern warning to corruptors, urging them to cease their practices immediately. He emphasized the people's intelligence and called for the return of ill-gotten wealth to ensure justice and national welfare.
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As corruption escalates in Indonesia, Senator Filep Djaha emphasizes the urgent need for the swift ratification of a bill allowing asset confiscation from corrupt practices. The bill is seen as crucial for strengthening anti-corruption measures.
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President Prabowo has declared that State-Owned Enterprises (BUMN) have long been a source of corruption and vowed to thoroughly reform them and reclaim illicit gains. He also mentioned the establishment of a sovereign wealth fund worth approximately USD 1 trillion, consolidated from over 1,000 BUMNs, demonstrating his resolve to return national wealth to the people.
The Deputy Governor of Jakarta expressed hope that next year's Jakarta Fair will be larger and more festive, coinciding with the city's 500th anniversary. This year's event saw an increase in visitors and transaction value, highlighting its role in boosting the micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
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Indonesia's top security and intelligence chiefs, including the National Police Chief, Attorney General, Coordinating Minister for Political, Legal, and Security Affairs, Commander of the Indonesian National Armed Forces, and Head of the State Intelligence Agency, convened for a photo opportunity amidst a tense situation. This gathering signals a unified front for maintaining national stability.
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