Prabowo to Formalize Police Reform Commission via Presidential Decree
Jakarta, Indonesia – September 18, 2024 – Incoming Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto is preparing to issue a presidential decree establishing a commission tasked with formulating reforms for the National Police, according to a statement by legal expert Yusril Ihza Mahendra. The move signals a swift effort by the incoming administration to address longstanding calls for improvements within the force.
The formation of this commission responds to public and political pressure for police accountability and modernization following recent controversies and concerns over institutional integrity. The reforms are expected to cover a broad spectrum of issues, possibly impacting operational procedures, internal oversight mechanisms, and the relationship between the police and the citizenry.The commission’s work is anticipated to span several months, with the exact timeline to be detailed in the forthcoming presidential decree.
Yusril Ihza Mahendra stated, as quoted by Kompas.com, “We will see in the presidential decree how long the commission will be tasked to complete the reform formulations,” adding that the reform work could last several months.
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