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Politics 1 month ago
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House eyes passage of asset forfeiture bill by December
The House of Representatives is aiming to pass a long-delayed asset forfeiture bill by the end of this year, as lawmakers plan to intensify consultations with civil groups and legal experts on legislation seen as a potential tool in the fight against corruption.
Politics 1 month ago
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Proposal to drop deputy regional heads from local elections gains traction
A proposal to stop directly electing deputy regional heads has gained traction in the House of Representatives, with lawmakers arguing that the current system often produces dysfunctional partnerships and unnecessary political and administrative costs.
Academia 1 month ago
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Patriotism needs no permission
Amid the ongoing commotion regarding the draft law on citizenship, perhaps it is time to hearken back to the wisdom of Ibu Pertiwi, our national personification, in revising our policies so they welcome back all who claim Indonesian roots with open arms.
Politics 1 month ago
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Eyes on education bill as free meals may seek funding lifeline
The revision to the education system law could pave the way for the multitrillion-rupiah free nutritious meal program to once again be financed through the education budget, teachers groups have warned, potentially reversing a court decision ruling out free meals as an education expense.
Editorial 2 months ago
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An unpatriotic proposition
Coming so soon after Indonesia drew a disapproving global eye toward its financial market and economic policymaking, perhaps the legal protections afforded to buyers of Patriot and Merah Putih bonds in the amended law demands a rethink, if not an overhaul.
Politics 3 months ago
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New law expands police role in civilian offices
The House of Representatives passed on Tuesday a controversial amendment to the 2002 Police Law, allowing an expanded role for active-duty police officers in civilian posts through rushed deliberations that took less than a week.
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