Jakarta Protest: Parliament Sets Dec. 15 Deadline for Asset
The Indonesian House of Representatives has committed to passing the long-delayed Asset-Forfeiture Bill by December 15, 2026, following pressure from protesters. Lawmakers have reportedly agreed to resign if they fail to meet this deadline.
Why it matters
The bill is a critical component of anti-corruption efforts in Indonesia, and the public pressure highlights a growing demand for legislative accountability.
August 27, 2026 | 1:13 pm SHARE URL berhasil di salin. Members of the Pati United Community Alliance (AMPB) meet with House Deputy Speaker Sufmi Dasco Ahmad and other lawmakers at the parliament complex in Senayan, Jakarta, on Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026. (Beritasatu.com/Yustinus Paat) Jakarta. The House of Representatives (DPR) has set Dec. 15, 2026, as the latest deadline for passing the long-delayed Asset-Forfeiture Bill, meeting a key demand of protesters gathered outside the parliament complex on Thursday.
The article reports on the protest demands and the parliamentary response without taking a side on the legislation itself.
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