Indonesian Celeb Freed in Myanmar After Amnesty

Jakarta Confirms Deportation of AP Following Prison Sentence

An Indonesian social media influencer, identified by the initials AP, has been granted amnesty and deported from Myanmar after serving part of a seven-year prison sentence. The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the development, highlighting ongoing diplomatic efforts.

Diplomatic Push Secures Release

The Indonesian Embassy in Yangon actively advocated for the influencer, whose legal troubles began in December 2024. Rolliansyah “Roy” Soemirat, the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Spokesperson, stated that diplomatic channels were continuously utilized.

“The Myanmar Ministry of Foreign Affairs, on July 16, 2025, delivered a diplomatic note to the Indonesian Embassy in Yangon, informing that amnesty for AP has been granted by the State Administration Council.”

—Rolliansyah “Roy” Soemirat, Spokesperson of the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Coordination with AP’s family was also crucial in the process, leading to a formal request for amnesty submitted to Myanmar authorities. The Ministry expressed gratitude to all parties involved in facilitating the release and the citizen’s return to Indonesia.

Charges and Sentence

AP was initially apprehended on December 20, 2024, facing accusations that included illegal entry into Myanmar and association with an armed opposition group. The charges spanned violations of the Anti-Terrorism Act, Immigration Law, and the Unlawful Associations Act.

Following the judicial proceedings, AP received a seven-year prison term. He was held at Insein Prison in Yangon. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Director of Indonesian Citizen Protection, Judha Nugraha, confirmed the sentence details.

International efforts to secure the release of citizens detained abroad are ongoing. For instance, the number of foreign nationals detained in Myanmar is difficult to ascertain due to limited transparency, but human rights groups continually monitor such cases.

Deportation and Return Home

Upon receiving amnesty, AP was deported from Myanmar on July 19, 2025. The journey involved transit through Thailand before his arrival back in Indonesia. The Indonesian Embassy in Yangon provided support during his departure.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, under Minister Sugiono, conveyed its appreciation to Myanmar for granting the amnesty, signaling a positive step in bilateral relations concerning citizen welfare.