Deputy Speaker of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI), Sufmi Dasco Ahmad, recently shared the draft of the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) Bill with journalists. This step was taken in response to circulating concerns on social media, alleging that the bill deviated from the actual discussions within the DPR. Dasco clarified that the drafts circulating online differ from the version being discussed in Commission I of the DPR RI. He highlighted that the revisions to the bill aim to strengthen legal frameworks to prevent future violations, particularly in three specific articles.
The three articles under review include Article 3, Paragraph (2) concerning defense policy and strategy coordination, Article 53 regarding the retirement age of TNI personnel, and Article 47 that allows active-duty TNI personnel to hold positions in certain ministries or government institutions. Minister of Defense Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin had previously submitted a list of problem inventories (DIM) for the TNI Bill to the DPR, which included proposed amendments to the existing TNI Law. Sjafrie emphasized that the revisions focus solely on the three aforementioned articles, ensuring civilian supremacy in the TNI’s role and operations.
The distribution of the draft to journalists aimed to address misconceptions and criticisms surrounding the TNI Bill. Dasco encouraged journalists to review the draft independently to comprehend the revisions and address any concerns raised on social media. The core focus remains on upholding civilian supremacy within the TNI, with the DPR committed to transparent discussions and legal enhancements in defense-related policies.
DPR Distribusikan Rancangan UU TNI Tanpa Kontroversi
