Surabaya Economic Expert Criticizes ASN Salary Payment Plan via Village Cooperatives
An economic expert from Surabaya has strongly criticized the Indonesian government's plan to pay civil servant (ASN) salaries through "Kopdes Merah Putih" (village cooperatives) starting in 2026, calling it a "foolish policy." He points to risks of inefficiency, increased costs, and potential decreases in public income, urging reconsideration.
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