Roy Suryo Urges Jokowi to Appear in Court Personally, Not Just State Readiness
Former Minister of Culture and Tourism, Roy Suryo, has made an unusual request to President Joko Widodo, urging him to appear in court personally ahead of his trial, rather than merely stating readiness. This statement has drawn attention within Indonesia's political context.
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