Minister Bahlil Denies Wiretapping Allegations, Demands Proof or Faces Lawsuit
Indonesian Investment Minister Bahlil Lahadalia has strongly refuted allegations of attending a meeting with generals regarding wiretapping, demanding proof and threatening legal action if none is provided. This statement suggests underlying political tensions within the country.
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