Deputy Speaker of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI), Sufmi Dasco Ahmad, recently distributed the draft of the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) Bill to journalists. This move was made in response to concerns circulating on social media, which alleged that the bill deviated from the actual discussions within the DPR. Dasco clarified that the drafts shared online differ from the one being reviewed in Commission I of the DPR RI. He highlighted that the revisions in the bill aim to strengthen legal frameworks to prevent future violations, especially in three specific articles.
The three articles under review include Article 3, Paragraph (2) on defense policy and strategy coordination, Article 53 concerning the retirement age of TNI personnel, and Article 47 permitting active-duty TNI personnel to hold positions in specific ministries or government institutions. Minister of Defense Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin had previously presented the list of problem inventories (DIM) for the TNI Bill to the DPR, which included proposed amendments to the current TNI Law. Sjafrie reassured that the revisions focus solely on the three mentioned articles, ensuring civilian supremacy in the TNI’s role and operations.
The distribution of the draft to journalists was intended to clarify misconceptions and criticisms surrounding the TNI Bill. Dasco encouraged journalists to personally review the draft to comprehend the revisions and address any concerns raised on social media. The main objective remains to uphold civilian supremacy within the TNI, with the DPR dedicated to transparent discussions and legal enhancements in defense-related policies.
DPR Bagikan Rancangan UU TNI Tanpa Kontroversi
