Jokowi to Testify in Trial of Former Minister Accused of Spreading False Information
Indonesian prosecutors are seeking President Joko Widodo's (Jokowi) testimony in the trial of former minister Roy Suryo, who is accused of spreading false information about the president's academic qualifications. Suryo is facing charges of defamation and online defamation. The trial is scheduled for November 5, with Jokowi's aide also expected to be summoned.
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