PDIP Slams KPK for Impeding Two of Its Members from Traveling Abroad
The Indonesia Democratic Party of Struggle (PDIP) has slammed the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) following the latter’s decision to prevent two of its members from traveling abroad. PDIP spokesperson Guntur Romli labeled the move as "whimsical" and further evidence of what he perceives as criminalization by the KPK.
Hasto Kristiyanto, PDIP’s secretary-general, and former Minister of Law and Human Rights Yasonna Laoly were both blocked from leaving the country. Hasto’s status as a suspect in the Harun Masiku bribery case was cited as the reason for his restriction. Meanwhile, Yasonna’s travel ban was attributed to his alleged connection to the same case.
In response, Guntur questioned the KPK’s rush to process the Harun Masiku bribery case, especially as he believes it didn’t result in significant national loss. He also pondered if the KPK was acting on orders to target PDI Perjuangan (PDIP). In contrast, he highlighted the lack of progress in several corruption cases involving Jokowi’s family, including the Block Medan case and the complaint lodged by Ubaidilah Badrun, which he argues have resulted in substantial national losses.
Guntur Romli’s comments came after the KPK announced its decision to prevent the two PDIP figures from traveling abroad for six months to facilitate the investigation into their respective cases. The move has been met with criticism from PDIP, with Guntur suggesting that the KPK’s actions may be politically motivated.
This is a developing story. More updates to follow.
(DH/End)
