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View all search resultsAs many observers noted prior to the inauguration of Prabowo, a former Army general, the potential for creeping militarism in governance and civilian affairs during his presidency could undermine the country's progress in democracy and human rights for which countless many have shed tears and blood.
Rights groups have condemned a clash that erupted on Wednesday between the private security personnel of developer PT MEG and local residents that refuse to leave their land to make way for the Rempang Eco-City development project.
Indonesia has seen little to no progress in shifting the focus of development away from Java over the past decade, notwithstanding the promise of President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo to even out economic activity across the country.
Komnas HAM report outlined that the police had been consistently involved in human rights abuse cases related to strategic national projects and businesses, including high-profile cases such as the development of the Rempang Eco City on Rempang island, Riau Islands province, and a petrochemical and refinery factory in Air Bangis village, West Sumatra.
Observers view Jokowi's recent series of visits to inaugurate projects across the country in the final months of his presidency as part of his efforts to maintain his popularity after stepping down from office in October.
The state-run Financial Transaction Reports and Analysis Center (PPATK) has identified suspicious transactions in key public infrastructure and industrial projects linked to civil servants and politicians.
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