Jakarta – A sweeping corruption scandal has engulfed Cilacap Regency, Indonesia, with the arrest of Bupati (Regent) Syamsul Auliya Rachman and Secretary General (Sekda) Sadmoko Danardono by the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK). The arrests, stemming from an *operasi tangkap tangan* (OTT) – a sting operation – on Wednesday, March 12th, 2026, reveal a systematic scheme … Read more
Jakarta – Indonesian authorities are intensifying scrutiny of alleged financial connections between a prominent political figure and a former regional leader convicted of corruption. The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) is investigating whether Japto Soerjosoemarno, Chairman of the Pemuda Pancasila (Youth Pancasila) organization, received monthly payments as “security fees” from corporations involved in mining activities in … Read more
Corruption Allegations Rock Pekalongan Regency as Bupati Faces Scrutiny Jakarta – A corruption case involving the Bupati (Regent) of Pekalongan Regency, Fadia Arafiq, has ignited a debate about the qualifications and preparedness of local leaders in Indonesia. The case has drawn criticism from within the national legislature, with a senior member of parliament questioning how … Read more
Jakarta – Indonesian authorities have detained Pekalongan Regent Fadia Arafiq following allegations of corruption related to procurement practices within the regional government. The case, which came to light on Thursday, centers around accusations that Arafiq leveraged her position to benefit a company linked to her family, raising questions about transparency and governance in local administration. … Read more