Jokowi Agrees to Review KPK Law Revision, Return to Original Version? | Indonesia News

Indonesia’s current government, led by President Prabowo Subianto, is considering a review of the 2019 law governing the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK), potentially reverting to the law’s previous iteration. The move follows a statement by former President Joko Widodo, known as Jokowi, expressing support for restoring the KPK law to its earlier form.

“We will study it within the government,” stated current Justice and Human Rights Minister Supratman Andi Agtas on Sunday, February 15, 2026, according to reports. He offered no further explanation regarding the impetus for the review or the likelihood of the law being amended.

Jokowi’s comments, made on February 13, 2026, indicated his agreement with a proposal from former KPK Chairman Abraham Samad to reinstate the original KPK law. Jokowi emphasized that the 2019 revisions were initiated by the DPR, the Indonesian House of Representatives. “It was the DPR’s initiative, don’t get it wrong,” he said.

The former president as well stated that he did not sign the revised law when it was presented during his administration. The 2019 revisions to the KPK law have been a source of controversy, with critics arguing they weakened the anti-corruption body’s powers. Recent reports suggest a potential reawakening of Indonesia’s anti-corruption efforts, highlighted by the KPK’s investigation into a cabinet member.

According to reports from February 16, 2026, the KPK has reportedly caught a cabinet member in a sting operation. Prabowo Subianto has vowed to dismiss Immanuel Ebenezer, a cabinet member, if proven corrupt.