Online gambling is widespread in Indonesia and lawmakers themselves are involved, prompting calls for decisive action against them.
However, the House's Honors Committee has not disclosed their identities, raising doubts about their commitment to addressing the issue. Concerns remain about the number of lawmakers involved in online gambling.
On July 9, 2024, the Indonesian Financial Transaction Reporting and Analysis Center (PPATK) reported that more than 1,000 people, including legislators Those involved in online gambling involved 65,000 transactions with a total gambling capital of 25 billion rupees ($1.5 million). PPATK has detailed information on these transactions but is awaiting a disclosure request from the Commission.
After PPATK’s disclosure, Adang Daradjatun, head of the House of Representatives Honors Committee, admitted that 60 people in the House of Representatives were involved, including 2 legislators , to be confirmed. The name has not been disclosed pending further investigation by the committee.
Senior lawmaker Habiburokhman pointed out the discrepancy, confirming that 58 employees were involved in smaller transactions compared to what the lawmakers claimed 1.9 billion rupees. He urged appropriate action and stressed the need for transparency.
House Speaker Puan Maharani urged the committee to disclose the identity to prevent speculation. Legal consequences will ensue, including sanctions ranging from a minor warning to dismissal, reflecting the seriousness of the ethics violation.
Experts urge transparency and advocate for firm police action against these lawmakers to maintain public trust and combat online gambling abuses Negative impact on society.
