Asset Confiscation Bill Targets December 15th Passage
The Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR) is advancing deliberations on the Asset Confiscation Bill (RUU Perampasan Aset). Representative Habiburokhman has been appointed as the chairman of the special committee (Panja), with a stated goal of achieving its passage by December 15th. This bill aims to strengthen the recovery and confiscation of illicit assets derived from corruption and crime, potentially marking a significant step in enhancing the nation's law enforcement capabilities.
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