Indonesian parliament revises police law to allow officers in civilian government posts

Source:CNA

02 — Who / Subject

Indonesian Parliament, President Prabowo Subianto

03 — Where / Locus

Jakarta, Indonesia

04 — When / Temporality

June 10, 2026

Verified: June 10, 2026

05 — Why / Core Summary

"The Indonesian parliament passed revisions to the national police law allowing officers to hold civilian government posts. Officers do not need to resign if the position relates to police functions. Critics argue this move signals authoritarianism and mirrors recent military law changes."

Conflict Analysis

This legislative change marks a significant shift in the role of security forces in Indonesian civil administration.

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