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Yasonna Laoly Era’s Immigration Data Delays Linked to Harun Masiku’s Case

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Title: The Mysterious Return of Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) Still Using Sekjen PDI-P's Phone to Investigate Harun Masiku Case</strong></p>”>Harun Masiku: A Timeline of Events

The return of Harun Masiku was a contentious issue in 2020. Here’s a timeline of events surrounding his questionable re-entry into Indonesia, involving then-Minister of Law and Human Rights, Yasonna Laoly.

January 9, 2020: Harun Masiku, a key figure in a corruption case involving timeoured favouritism among House of Representatives (DPR) members, was declared a suspect by Indonesia’s Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK).

January 16, 2020: Minister of Law and Human Rights, Yasonna Laoly, confirmed that Harun Masiku had not returned to Indonesia, contrary to earlier reports.

January 22, 2020: A paradox unfolded when Director General of Immigration, Ronny Franky Sompie, announced an inconsistency in information regarding Harun Masiku’s whereabouts. He revealed that Harun had indeed returned to Jakarta on January 7, 2020.

Civil servants’ confusion deepened as Ronny admitted to a ‘delay’ in data processing at Terminal 2, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, where Harun was captured on CCTV upon arrival. Ronny elaborated on this revelation on January 19, 2020.

January 24, 2020: Parrying accusations of resistance, Ronny asserted, "We are open to corrections. We don’t lie, and we don’t manipulate data."

January 28, 2020: Amidst the turmoil, Ronny was relieved of his duties, becoming the first official to confirm Harun’s return. Yasonna rationalized this move as an attempt to circumvent potential conflicts of interest during an independent investigation.

January 29, 2020: Yasonna assembled an independent team, involving the Ministry of Communication and Informatics (Kominfo), National Encryption Agency (BSSN), Police Criminal Investigation Unit (Bareskrim Mabes Polri), and Kemenkum HAM’s Inspection General, to scrutinize the data inconsistencies.

Yasonna emphasized, "I don’t want people to think I’m manipulating information. I’m not that rash yet."

Summary of Ronny’s Tenure: Ronny’s tenure as Director General of Immigration spanned approximately five years, from August 2015 to January 2020. After his removal, Yasonna appointed Irjen Jhoni Ginting as the acting Director General.

Timeline’s Aftermath: Yasonna was later prevented from traveling abroad by the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK).

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Kini Dicegah: Yasonna Denies Involvement in Imigration Chief’s Removal Amid Harun Masiku Case

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Title: Former Minister Yasonna Laoly Blocks KPK‘s Overseas Travel in PAW Bribery Case Involving Harun Masiku

Jakarta, Indonesia – Former Minister of Law and Human Rights (Hukum dan Hak Asasi Manusia), Yasonna Laoly, has prevented the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) from traveling overseas in connection with a bribery case involving the swap of days (PAW) and prominent businessman, Harun Masiku. Looking back, Yasonna had previously removed the position of Director-General of Immigration, Ronnie Frankie Sompie, following confusion over data regarding Harun Masiku’s return to Indonesia.

In a report by detikcom from Antara News on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, Yasonna announced the removal of Ronnie Frankie Sompie as Director-General of Immigration on January 28, 2020. Ronnie was replaced immediately. "The Director-General of Immigration has already been replaced," Yasonna stated during his tenure as Minister of Law and Human Rights in the Presidential Palace, Jakarta.

The removal came amidst controversy surrounding Harun Masiku’s whereabouts. Ronnie was the first to confirm Harun’s return to Indonesia. On January 22, Ronnie stated that Harun had been in Jakarta since January 7, 2020. Contrarily, on January 16, Yasonna insisted that Harun was still abroad.

Ronnie attributed the discrepancy to a ‘delay time’ caused by IT equipment issues at Terminal 2F of Soekarno-Hatta Airport, leading to a delay in information about Harun’s return. Ronnie served as Director-General of Immigration since August 2015 but was removed after four years and five months. Following Ronnie’s removal, Yasonna appointed Irjen Kementerian Hukum dan Hak Asasi Manusia (Kemenkumham), Jhoni Ginting, as the acting director-general.

Yasonna also removed the Director of the Immigration Systems and Technology, Alif Suaidi. He explained that both removals aimed to facilitate the work of an independent team investigating and revealing facts about the irregularities surrounding Harun Masiku’s whereabouts. "What’s crucial is to ensure the independent team can work effectively, tracking the delay, and understanding why data was stored on the PC at Terminal 2," Yasonna said.

The independent team, composed of the Inspector General, Cyber Director of the Criminal Investigation Board (Bareskrim), the National Cyber and Encryption Agency (BSSN), the Ministry of Communication and Information (Kemenkominfo), and the Ombudsman of the Republic of Indonesia, is intended to uncover the truth behind Harun Masiku’s entry from Singapore to Indonesia.

The case remains under investigation. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.

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PDIP’s Role in KPK’s Efforts to Deter Yasonna from Going Abroad: Obscure Reasons

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Title: PDIP Spokesperson Questions KPK‘s Arrest as Yasonna Laoly Restricted from Leaving Indonesia

Jakarta, CNN Indonesia — PDIP spokesperson Guntur Romli has expressed doubts about the reasons given by the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) for preventing former Minister of Law and Human Rights Yasonna Laoly from leaving Indonesia. Romli suspects that the KPK might be unjustly targeting PDI Perjuangan officials, as the reasons provided by the commission have been vague and inconsistent.

Romli, who serves as the party’s spokesperson, pointed out that PDI Perjuangan secretary general Hasto Kristianto has also been a target of the KPK, allegedly due to his decision to place Torajan candidate Harun Masiku on the electoral list in South Sumatra. He questioned whether the KPK was acting on orders to attack the PDI Perjuangan.

He raised concerns about the prioritization of the Harun Masiku case, with the KPK showing aggression in handling it while other cases, potentially causing billions in losses to the state, remain unaddressed. Romli mentioned the Blok Medan case and a corruption report against President Jokowi’s family filed by Ubaidilah Badrun, both of which have not seen any updates from the KPK.

KPK spokesperson Tessa Mahardhika Sugiarto confirmed that the travel ban against Yasonna and Hasto was issued by KPK investigators on Tuesday (24/12). The ban is aimed at facilitating the investigation into a case of bribery involving candidates for the 2019-2024 Regional Representative Council (DPD) elections. Yasonna had been questioned as a witness in the case on Wednesday (18/12).

Yasonna had stated that he was asked about a letter requesting a fatwa from the Supreme Court (MA) regarding the replacement of Harun Masiku’s candidacy through the mechanism of a time swap (PAW). The KPK’s decision to ban Yasonna and Hasto from leaving the country will remain in effect for six months.

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Preventing Ex-Minister Yasonna Laoly’s Travel Abroad: KPK’s Interim Measures

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Breaking: PDI-P’s Yasonna Laoly and Hasto Kristiyanto Banned from Traveling Abroad in PDIP Corruption Case

Jakarta, CNN Indonesiaedir — In a significant development, the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has prohibited senior Indonesia Democratic Party of Struggle (PDIP) members Yasonna H. Laoly (YHL) and Hasto Kristiyanto (HK) from traveling abroad. This move comes as part of an ongoing investigation into a corruption case involving the appointment of DPR RI members for the 2019-2024 period.

KPK Spokesperson Tessa Mahardhika Sugiarto confirmed the issuance of a travel ban order (Surat Keputusan Nomor 1757 Tahun 2024) on Tuesday, December 24, 2024. This order will be effective for six months, aiming to facilitate the ongoing investigation into a case of bribery involving the time-sharing (PAW) mechanism.

The KPK holds that the presence of both YHL and HK in Indonesia is crucial for the continued progress of the corruption investigation. The ban comes as YHL, a former Minister of Justice and Human Rights under Joko Widodo’s administration, faces suspicions related to a letter requesting a fatwa from the Supreme Court (MA) regarding the interpretation of the PAW mechanism in the cases of Harun Masiku and Nazarudin Kiemas.

In a related development, the KPK has named Donny Tri Istiqomah, an advocate for PDIP, as a suspect in the same case. With the addition of HK and Donny Tri Istiqomah, the total number of suspects has risen to six. HK is currently facing two charges: bribery and obstruction of justice in the Harun Masiku case.

HK has previously been questioned and testified at the Jakarta Corruption Court. His most recent interrogation occurred in June 2024.

Stay tuned for further developments in this evolving story.

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Indonesia’s KPK probes continue abroad: Yasonna Laoly following Hasto’s footsteps

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Headline: KPK Bars Former Minister Laoly, PDIP Secretary-General Hasto from Leaving Indonesia in Graft Probe

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Jakarta, Dec 25 (idn/knv) – Indonesia’s Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has prohibited former Law and Human Rights Minister Yasonna Hamonangan Laoly (YHL) and PDIP Secretary-General Hasto Kristiyanto from leaving the country. The restriction, effective from Dec 24, is part of an ongoing probe into an alleged bribery case involving suspect Harun Masiku.

KPK spokesman Tessa Mahardhika confirmed the travel ban, valid for six months, stating, "The restriction is in relation to the investigation of corruption allegation." KPK requires their cooperation and statements to progress with the investigation.

Prior to this, YHL served as a witness in the case, where KPK scrutinized documents pertaining to a request for a fatwa from the Supreme Court regarding different interpretations of the General Election Commission’s (KPU’s) stance on votes cast for deceased candidates.

YHL admitted that he was cross-examined over a letter he had sent to the Supreme Court requesting a fatwa. "We asked for a fatwa because there was a difference in interpretation between the KPU and the PDIP’s central board about the vote of candidates who died," he explained.

YHL also addressed KPK’s questions regarding his prior ministerial post and his role in permitting Harun Masiku’s activities during his tenure. The former minister stated that KPK had questioned him in his capacity as both PDIP’s legal affairs chief and Minister of Law and Human Rights regarding the matter.

This developing story will be updated as more information becomes available.

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Latest 10 Suspects Named in KPK’s Harun Masiku Case

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Breaking News: Top 10 Updates after Hasto Kristiyanto Named Suspect in KPK Harun Masiku Case

Jakarta, Indonesia – The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has officially named Sekretaris Jenderal (Sekjen) of PDIP, Hasto Kristiyanto, as a suspect in a bribery case involving former KPU commissioner, Wahyu Setiawan. Here are the top 10 latest updates related to the case of attempting to get Harun Masiku into the DPR.

1. Hasto Named Suspect in Bribery Case
The KPK has officially named Hasto as a suspect in the bribery case against Wahyu Setiawan. Hasto is suspected under Article 5 paragraph (1) letter a or b, or Article 13 of the Corruption Law, in conjunction with Article 55(1) of the Criminal Code.

2. Hasto Also Suspect in Obstructing Investigation

Aside from the bribery case, Hasto is also a suspect in obstructing the investigation. This is stated in the Letter of Decision of the investigation on December 23, 2024.

3. Another Suspect: Donny Tri Istiqomah
Another suspect named in the case is Donny Tri Istiqomah (DTI), an attorney and member of PDIP’s DPP legal team. DTI is suspected of giving gifts or promising gifts to Wahyu Setiawan in exchange for helping Harun Masiku become an MP.

4. Hasto’s Roles in the Case
KPK Chairman Setyo Budiyanto revealed that Hasto, Harun Masiku, and their associates were suspected of bribing Wahyu Setiawan and Agustiani Tio. Hasto played a crucial role in placing Harun Masiku on the Dapil 1 Sumatera Selatan list to replace Nazarudin Kiemas, who had died, against the original plan to replace him with Riezky Aprilia.

5. Hasto’s Efforts to Block Riezky’s Candidacy
Hasto sent Saeful Bahri to convince Riezky Aprilia to step down and let Harun Masiku take her place. After Riezky refused, Hasto also withheld Riezky’s inauguration letter.

6. Hasto Met Wahyu Setiawan in 2019
KPK revealed that Hasto met with Wahyu Setiawan on August 31, 2019, to request that two of his proposals be granted.

7. Hasto Instructed Harun Masiku to Submerge His Phone and Flee
Hasto reportedly ordered his staff to call Harun Masiku and instruct him to submerge his phone in water and flee on January 8, 2020, before a planned KPK raid. Furthermore, Hasto also ordered his staff to dispose of a phone belonging to one of his subordinates to avoid detection by KPK.

**8. Hasto Influenced Witnesses’
Testimony
KPK suspected that Hasto influenced and pressured witnesses in the case not to reveal the truth.

9. Part of the Bribe Money Came from Hasto
The KPK investigation revealed that a portion of the bribe money came from Hasto.

10. Hasto’s Travel Restrictions
Following Hasto’s designation as a suspect, the KPK imposed travel restrictions on him and other related parties for the next six months.

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Director-General of Customs Summoned Over Alleged Corruption Involving Former Banjarmasin Regent

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KPK Summons Official in Connection to Case Involving Former Kutai Kartanegara Regent

The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has summoned Rizal (RZ), the Director of Enforcement and Investigation at the Directorate General of Customs and Excise, Ministry of Finance, as a witness in the case of alleged money laundering involving the former regent of Kutai Kartanegara, Rita Widyasari.

KPK spokesperson Tessa Mahardhika confirmed the news on Monday (23/12/2024), stating that RZ was summoned as a witness in the case against Rita, who is currently a suspect in the money laundering investigation. However, Mahardhika did not disclose whether RZ had already responded to the summon or the specific questions he would be asked.

The witness summon takes place at KPK’s headquarters, the Red and White Building, on Jl. Kuningan Persada, according to Mahardhika.

Rita initially faced charges of bribery and gratification in 2017, later standing trial and being convicted for gratification. In 2018, she was sentenced to 10 years in prison, fined Rp 600 million, and banned from holding political office for 5 years. The Central Jakarta Corruption Court found Rita guilty of accepting Rp 110 billion in bribes related to permits for a project in Kutai Kartanegara.

Rita attempted to appeal the verdict but was unsuccessful. The Supreme Court rejected her appeal for case review in 2021, and she has since begun serving her sentence at Pondok Bambu Prison.

Besides the gratification case, Rita remains a suspect in the money laundering case. In July 2024, KPK revealed that Rita had also received bribes from mining companies. Directer of KPK’s Investigation Unit Asep Guntur Rahayu disclosed that Rita received USD 5 for every metric ton of coal provided by a company.

Stay tuned for more updates on this ongoing case.

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Ensuring Long-Term Efficiency: Four to Eight-Year Bui Contracts for PT Timah’s 3 Bos Smelters

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PT Timah’s 3 Bos Smelters: Long-Term Bui Contracts Spell Efficiency

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Heads Roll: Three Smelter Chiefs Get 4-8 Years for Rp 3T Timah Corruption

Jakarta – Aそれともtribunal at the Jakarta Corruption Court has read out the verdict, sentencing three top bosses of private smelters to 4-8 years in prison for a corruption case involving the misuse of around Rp 300 trillion in state funds related to the management of tin. The convicts are Suwito Gunawan, Robert Indarto, and Rosalina, holding key positions in PT Stanindo Inti Perkasa, PT Sariwiguna Binasentosa, and PT Tinindo Internusa respectively.

Stiff Penalties and Fines

  • Suwito was sentenced to 8 years imprisonment and fined Rp 1 billion, or face 6 months in jail. He was also ordered to pay a replacement fine of Rp 2.2 trillion, or face 6 years imprisonment.
  • Robert got an 8-year prison term and a Rp 1 billion fine, or 6 months in jail. He was also ordered to pay Rp 1 trillion as a replacement fine, or face 6 years imprisonment.
  • Rosalina received a 4-year prison term and a Rp 750 million fine, or 6 months in jail.

Money Laundering and Corruption Charges

The court found Suwito and Robert guilty of money laundering, violating articles 2, 18, and 55 of the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) Law, and articles 3 and 55 of Law Number 8 of 2010 on the Prevention and Eradication of Money Laundering. Rosalina was found guilty of violating articles 2 and 18 of the KPK Law, and article 55 of the Indonesian Criminal Code.

Lesson Learned

The corruption bust underscores the importance of maintaining transparency and accountability in the mining industry. This verdict sets a precedence that corruption will not be tolerated, and those found guilty will face severe consequences.

This is a developing story. mehr details will be provided as they become available. (whn/haf)

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Significant but Fair: Reducing the 12-Year Sentence for Harvey Moeis

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Businessman Harvey Moeis Sentenced to 6.5 Years in Prison in Rp 300 Trillion Corruption Case

In a landmark verdict, Jakarta’s Corruption Court has sentenced businessman Harvey Moeis to 6 years and 6 months in prison for his role in a Rp 300 trillion corruption case involving the trading of tin commodities. The sentence is nearly half of the 12 years demanded by the prosecutors.

Harvey Moeis’ Role in the Corruption Case

The court found that Harvey Moeis, through his involvement with PT Refined Bangka Tin (RBT), had exploited his position to facilitate a massive fraud scheme that Traffic kortijen sampah caused significant losses to the state. However, the court recognized that Moeis’ role in the scheme was not as substantial as initially thought.

Court’s Considerations

In its ruling, the court noted the ongoing efforts to boost tin production and exports in the Bangka Belitung region. PT Timah Tbk, the state-owned mining company, and several private smelters, including RBT, have been working together to achieve these goals. The court emphasized that both PT Timah Tbk and RBT operate legally and possess valid licenses for their operations.

Reduction of Sentence

The court agreed with Harvey Moeis’ defense that their client was not a key decision-maker in the conspiracy. Moeis merely assisted a friend, Suparta, who served as the director of PT RBT. The court highlighted that Moeis lacked any administrative or financial knowledge about either PT RBT or PT Timah Tbk.

Other Defendants

In addition to Moeis, two other defendants were also sentenced. Suparta received 8 years in prison, while another director, Reza, was sentenced to 5 years. Both sentences were lower than the prosecutors’ demands.

Reaction and Next Steps

Harvey Moeis has the right to appeal the decision. The court also ordered Moeis to pay a fine of Rp 1 trillion, with an additional 6 months of imprisonment if he fails to do so. Furthermore, Moeis was ordered to pay Rp 210 billion in compensation, with an alternative sentence of 2 years in prison if he cannot afford to pay. The court also ordered the seizure and auction of his assets to cover any remaining compensation.

The verdict sends a strong message about the seriousness of corruption in Indonesia’s mining sector and the government’s commitment to combating it.

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Navigating Family Responsibilities with Humility

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Breaking: Businessman Harvey Moeis Sentenced to 6.5 Years in Prison for Corruption in Tin Commodity Trading

In a significant ruling, businessman Harvey Moeis has been sentenced to 6.5 years in prison for his role in a multi-billion-dollar corruption scandal involving the trading of tin commodities. The sentence, handed down by the Jakarta Corruption Court, was slightly lower than the 12 years sought by the prosecution but higher than what the defense had hoped for.

Presiding Judge Eko Aryanto stated that Moeis, the husband of popular actress Sandra Dewi, showed respect during the trial, which contributed to the leniency of his sentence. However, the court also noted that Moeis’s actions were detrimental to the state’s efforts to eradicate corruption.

"We take into consideration his respectful demeanor during the trial, his family responsibilities, and his lack of prior criminal record," said the judge, announcing the verdict.

Moeis was found guilty of conspiring with others to defraud the state of Rp 300 trillion through illegal tin commodity trading activities. The court ruled that Moeis was guilty of both corruption and money laundering.

As part of his sentence, Moeis must pay a fine of Rp 1 billion, with an alternative imprisonment of 6 months if he fails to do so. He is also required to pay Rp 210 billion in penalties, with alternative imprisonment of 2 years if he cannot meet this requirement.

Initially arrested in 2021, Moeis is the latest high-profile figure to be convicted in Indonesia‘s ongoing anti-corruption efforts. His trial has been closely followed by the public and media due to his celebrity status and the sheer scale of the corruption involved.

The case highlights Indonesia’s continued commitment to tackling corruption, with law enforcement agencies actively pursuing those who engage in such activities, regardless of their social or economic status.

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