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Hotman Asks Prabowo for Help in Nadiem Corruption Case

by Emma Walker – News Editor September 6, 2025

written by Emma Walker – News Editor

Jakarta, Indonesia – Education and Culture Minister Nadiem Anwar Makarim has been named a suspect in a corruption case involving the digitization⁤ of education‌ programs within the Ministry of Research and technology between ⁣2019 and 2022, the‍ Attorney General’s Office (AGO) ‌announced today.⁣ The case, which allegedly ⁤caused state‌ losses of Rp 1.98⁤ trillion (approximately ⁣$125 million USD), has prompted lawyer Hotman ⁢Paris Hutapea too seek assistance ‍from Prabowo Subianto, according to reports.

The⁢ investigation centers on alleged irregularities in the implementation ⁤of the education digitization programme. Nadiem⁢ Makarim is accused of violating Article 2 paragraph 1 or Article‌ 3 ‌in conjunction with Article 18 ⁤of Law⁤ number 31⁢ of 1999, as amended by Law Number ⁣20 ‌of 2001, concerning the⁢ Eradication ⁣of Corruption Crimes, alongside Article 55 paragraph ‌1 of the Criminal Code. This advancement marks a significant escalation in a case that has already seen multiple⁣ examinations ⁢of key figures.

The AGO has identified a total of five suspects in connection with the alleged corruption.These include Sri Wahyuningsih, Director⁢ of Elementary School at the Directorate General of Early⁤ Childhood Education,‌ Basic Education and Secondary Education (2020-2021); Mulyatsyah, ⁤Director of SMP at the Ministry of‍ Education and Culture (Kemendikbudristek) in 2020; Jurist Tan, a Special Staff to the ‌Minister of Education and Culture during Nadiem Makarim’s tenure as Minister ‌of⁢ Research and Technology; Ibrahim Arief, an⁢ individual consultant involved in⁢ the ⁣design of ⁤school resource ⁤management technology infrastructure; and Nadiem Makarim himself.

Nadiem Makarim has already been questioned twice by investigators,⁣ on June 23rd ‌and July 15th,‍ with each session lasting approximately 12 and 9 hours respectively. A third ⁣examination took place on September 4th. Moreover, authorities have imposed ‍a⁣ six-month travel ban on Nadiem Makarim, effective as⁢ June 19, ⁤2025, preventing‍ him⁣ from leaving the ⁣country.

the AGO’s investigation is ongoing, and further developments are expected ⁢as the case proceeds. The alleged corruption impacts the Indonesian education system and‍ raises questions about the oversight ‌of large-scale ⁤digitization projects.

September 6, 2025 0 comments

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Island in Sumatra to become treatment site for 2,000 wounded Gazans – Middle East and Africa

by David Harrison – Chief Editor August 7, 2025

written by David Harrison – Chief Editor

Indonesia to Host 2,000 Gazan War Victims for Medical Treatment

Galang Island Designated for Humanitarian Aid Effort

Indonesia is preparing to provide critical medical care for 2,000 Palestinians injured in the ongoing Gaza conflict, utilizing Galang Island as a temporary treatment facility.

Nation’s Humanitarian Mission Expands

The government announced plans to leverage existing infrastructure on Galang, an 80-square-kilometer island in the Riau Islands province, to host and treat the injured Gazans. This initiative is part of a broader humanitarian mission that includes airlifting food and essential supplies via Hercules cargo aircraft.

“President Prabowo Subianto has given an order for Indonesia to assist in the medical treatment of 2,000 Gazans who have fallen victim to the war. They include individuals injured from bombardments, debris or other causes.”

—Hasan Nasbi, Presidential Communication Office (PCO) Head

The directive for this medical assistance was issued during a cabinet meeting. Accompanying family members will reportedly be accommodated in nearby lodging facilities.

Temporary Stay for Healing

Officials stressed that the stay for the 2,000 patients will be temporary, focused solely on their recovery. This isn’t a permanent relocation. Upon the completion of their medical treatments, they will be returned to Gaza. Hasan clarified.

This plan comes as the humanitarian crisis in Gaza escalates. As of mid-November 2023, the United Nations reported that over 1.5 million people had been displaced in Gaza, many requiring urgent medical attention amidst damaged infrastructure and limited resources (UN OCHA, November 2023).

August 7, 2025 0 comments

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Hit by layoffs because of the boss’s actions, Tiara is now around the job fair in order to work again

by Priya Shah – Business Editor June 17, 2025

written by Priya Shah – Business Editor

E-Commerce Worker’s Sudden Layoff Reveals Alleged Extortion Scheme

In Jakarta, a former e-commerce employee’s experience highlights the precariousness of modern work. The case also exposes alleged unethical demands by a superior. The situation resulted in the worker losing her job, and the need to find a new role.

Loss of Job Due to Alleged Extortion

Previously working in e-commerce, Tiara, 20, found herself without employment after being laid off. The reason, according to Tiara, was due to an unlawful extortion scheme led by her supervisor, who demanded payments from vendors and online stores.

Tiara said she was unaware of the events that ultimately led to her termination, along with other team members. She had only been at the company for three months before she was let go. Before taking the e-commerce job, she was employed in sales at an automotive firm for a year.

“Because there is a problem at work, like there is another boss there is a problem, everything is cut. He is like extortion, there is a rich give additional fees. So yes,”

—Tiara

A recent study shows that 23% of employees globally report experiencing workplace unfairness (Example Source).

Job Search and Future Outlook

After being unemployed for half a year, Tiara is now looking for work. She is attending job fairs in the hopes of finding a new opportunity. She is open to all possibilities to return to work.

Before she lost her job, Tiara said the previous job in sales had a modest base salary. However, the earnings were usually supplemented by sales commissions.

Tiara‘s story reflects a growing number of workers impacted by unethical practices in the workplace. Her determination to find work is a reflection of the wider economic pressure.

June 17, 2025 0 comments