Indonesia's Parliament has approved a controversial law that allows military officers to take on more roles in civilian positions, sparking significant protests from students and civil rights advocates. Critics, citing the country's history with military influence in governance, express deep concern that this move signals a regression to authoritarian practices. Proposed by allies of President Prabowo Subianto, the law revisions follow his electoral rise amid a backdrop of worries regarding human rights abuses. The government defends the changes, claiming they are necessary to modernize military functions in response to evolving threats.
The revisions would allocate more civilian posts for military officers, raising concerns about the erosion of freedoms in Indonesia's democracy amid increasing military influence.
Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin asserted that the amendments were vital for the military to adapt to changing threats, which the government deems crucial for national security.
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