Indonesia to Amend Military Law, A Return of “Dwifungsi ABRI”?

Key Summary:
- President Prabowo's government to propose a revision to Law No 34/2004
- Active-duty military personnel may hold positions in 15 Ministries
- Growing concern given potential intervention by the military
As reported by Jakarta Globe, the Indonesian government plans to amend its Military Law No. 34/2004, which could allow active-duty personnel to hold certain government positions across 15 Ministerial (or equivalent) levels.
Context: According to Defense Minister, Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin, the revision of the law involving Indonesian military (“TNI”) personnel focuses on three key points: