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he Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) and the National Police have agreed to form a joint investigation team to combat corruption in the country.

“We have agreed to conduct joint investigations in several cases, as deemed necessary,” National Police chief Gen. Tito Karnavian told reporters at the KPK office on Friday.

Tito said cooperation between the two law enforcers institutions was required so they could complement each other.

“We will not only prioritize the monitoring of expenses of the government body in both central and regional institutions, but also help to increase state income through tax, customs and excise and state enterprises,” he added.

He added that the KPK was known for its budgetary ability and maintaining its internal culture, two things that were lacking in his institution.

“The KPK also has a good political position and the police have an extensive network countrywide. We have manpower of around 430,000,” he said.

KPK chairman Agus Rahardjo said the teamwork would include the issuance of electronic sprindik (investigation warrants) for efficiency.