Prabowo Criticizes Smuggling as 'Nation-Undermining'
Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto strongly criticized smuggling as 'self-harm' that undermines the nation's foundation. While not specifying incidents or goods, he alluded to concerns over economic security. The statement reaffirms the government's stance against illicit activities within Indonesia.
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