House Speaker Puan Maharani Defends TNI Law Revision Despite Public Outcry

Jakarta. House Speaker Puan Maharani defended the revision of the Indonesian Military (TNI) Law, asserting that the amendments have followed proper legislative mechanisms and do not reintroduce the controversial dual-function role of the military. Speaking at the parliamentary complex in Senayan on Monday, Puan said the revision of Law No. 34/2004 on the TNI had undergone … Read more

Civil groups criticize military involvement in drug enforcement – Politics

he deliberation of the Indonesian Military (TNI) amendment bill at the House of Representatives continues to draw criticism from various civil society groups who argue that the proposed draft is not in line with the spirit of reform. One of the most criticized proposals is the military’s involvement in handling drug abuse. According to the … Read more

Govt to revise nation’s history, Culture Minister Fadli says – Society

he government will revise Indonesia’s history based on the latest findings, including those from prehistoric and colonial eras, Culture Minister Fadli Zon said following a meeting with the Indonesian Historian Association (MSI) on Saturday. “Indonesia’s historical records will be updated based on research by historians. We will soon draft an updated version or add revisions … Read more