KPK Responds to PDIP‘s Hasto Kristiyanto: Compliance Expected from Party Leaders
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has responded to Sekjen PDIP Hasto Kristiyanto’s statement, wherein he asserted that he would comply with the law following his designation as a suspect. KPK chief Tessa Mahardhika commented that Hasto’s response is in line with his role as a senior party member.
"I believe that is an ideal response from him, as the secretary general of one of the largest parties in Indonesia," Tessa said at the KPK offices in Jakarta on Friday (27/12/2024).
Tessa added that Hasto’s actions should set an example for others involved in similar cases. "It could set a precedent for other parties involved in corruption cases to cooperate and comply with the law," he said.
The KPK is confident that Hasto will not interference with the investigation process. "If he were to do so, it would contradict his previous statement claiming he would comply with the law," Tessa said.
Previously, Hasto Kristiyanto spoke out after being named a suspect in a case involving alleged bribery related to the replacement of the RKU of former KPU Commissioner Wahyu Setiawan. Hasto stated that PDIP would respect the KPK’s decision, emphasizing the party’s commitment to the rule of law.
"PDIP is a party that upholds the supremacy of the law. I have consistently criticized the suppression of democracy, the silencing of the people’s voice, and the oppression of the people by authoritarian power," Hasto said in a video statement received on Thursday (26/12).
Hasto also expressed his understanding of the potential risks he would face. "I understand the various risks that I may face," he said.
