Indonesia ranks number 1 for police corruption in Southeast Asia according to the Police Corrupti... more Indonesia ranks number 1 for police corruption in Southeast Asia according to the Police Corruption Perceptions Index 2024, with a score of 7.56. Thailand and the Philippines follow with slightly lower scores. Singapore, on the other hand, ranks far below with a score of 2.10, indicating a much lower level of police corruption. Reports from Komnas HAM, AMAN, and KontraS also highlight the high number of cases of violence and human rights violations involving Indonesian police during the 2014-2024 decade, including abuse, torture, arbitrary arrests, and extrajudicial killings that continue to recur. Compared to some neighboring countries, the level of police violence in Indonesia is relatively high and systemic, accompanied by a strong culture of impunity. Indonesia has experienced several serious cases that significantly affect democracy and human rights. Other ASEAN countries also face restrictive challenges but with varying intensity and impactfor example, the Philippines with its controversial anti-drug campaign, and Thailand with human rights violations related to national security. However, Indonesia falls into the category with the highest record of police human rights abuses and corruption. Some ASEAN countries, such as Singapore and Malaysia, have lower levels of police violence and corruption, supported by stricter internal oversight and higher accountability. In summary, compared to other Southeast Asian countries, the Indonesian National Police show a relatively high level of brutality and corruption, indicating the need for fundamental reforms to make the force more professional, humane, and transparent in serving the public. This information is based on reports from independent survey institutions, human rights organizations, and the latest regional police oversight data up to 2024.
Over the 10 years of President Joko Widodo's administration (2014-2024), the aggressive and bruta... more Over the 10 years of President Joko Widodo's administration (2014-2024), the aggressive and brutal behavior of Indonesian police has become a serious concern for many, particularly human rights organizations and independent oversight institutions. According to reports from the Commission for the Disappeared and Victims of Violence (KontraS) and Amnesty International, between July 2023 and June 2024, there were at least 645 incidents of violence involving the Indonesian National Police (Polri). These incidents resulted in approximately 759 injuries and 38 deaths, including 35 cases of extrajudicial killings, which are unlawful executions. This number reflects an increase in violent incidents compared to the previous period. Additionally, during this timeframe, various serious violations were recorded, such as torture, wrongful arrests, and excessive use of force. Examples include physical abuse, mistaken shootings, and the disproportionate use of tear gas and water cannons against protesters. Reports also revealed that the police often acted outside the boundaries of the law and human rights standards.
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