Government Affirms Not Afraid and Not Hesitating to Eradicate Corruptors

Jakarta- President Prabowo’s government has shown a firm stance in eradicating corruption in Indonesia.

On various occasions, Prabowo has emphasized that he is not afraid to face corruptors who cause great losses to the country and the people. He conveyed this commitment at the celebration of the 17th anniversary of the Gerindra Party at the Sentul International Convention Center (SICC), Bogor, West Java.

“Our opponents are corruptors, those thieves. We are not afraid, we are not afraid, we will continue to clean them up,” said Prabowo.

The statement emphasized the President’s determination in facing parties who harm the interests of the people.

The President also revealed that the government has repeatedly given stern warnings to corruptors to return the proceeds of their crimes. However, because the warnings were ignored, the government is now strengthening efforts to eradicate corruption.

Prabowo emphasized that various forms of corruption, such as misuse of government funds and tax manipulation that only benefits a handful of parties, have had a broad impact on society.

In the World Government Summit 2025 forum attended online, Prabowo highlighted the condition of corruption in Indonesia which he considered to be at an alarming level.

He also revealed concrete steps that the government had taken to suppress corrupt practices, including implementing efficiency in various ministries and institutions. As a result, the state budget was saved up to 20 billion US dollars, which was then allocated for strategic programs for the welfare of the people.

“I am sure that if I don’t save the money, it will just disappear. I face some resistance from the entrenched bureaucracy. Some of them consider themselves untouchable, but I am determined to move, I am determined to uphold the law,” said Prabowo.

Prabowo’s firm steps in eradicating corruption have received full support from the Indonesian Anti-Corruption Agency (LAKRI). The General Chairperson of LAKRI, Steven Samuel Lee Lahengko, emphasized that his party is ready to be the President’s eyes and ears in this effort.

“Of course LAKRI will always strive to be clean before eradicating corruption in Indonesia. We always remind people to be careful of the temptation of corruption and continue to be committed to exposing fraudulent practices that are detrimental to the country,” said Steven on the sidelines of the LAKRI Limited Leadership Meeting in Bandung Regency, Saturday (2/15/2025).

In addition, LAKRI also plans to hold the LAKRI Award as a form of appreciation for individuals and institutions that contribute to the eradication of corruption. This institution also continues to coordinate with law enforcement officers to follow up on various cases that have been identified.

The government and various elements of society are now working together to create an Indonesia that is free from corrupt practices. With President Prabowo’s firm stance and full support from various institutions, the hope of realizing Indonesia Emas 2045 which is free from corruption is increasingly real.