Prabowo’s Deputy Minister Named Suspect in Indonesia Graft Case

Indonesian Deputy Manpower Minister Immanuel Ebenezer has been named a suspect in an extortion case, marking the first time a sitting member of President Prabowo Subianto's cabinet has been involved in an anti-corruption investigation. The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) accused Ebenezer of accepting bribes from a private company in exchange for assisting in obtaining a government contract. This case highlights the ongoing efforts to combat corruption within the Indonesian government. The investigation into Ebenezer's alleged involvement in the extortion scheme is part of the KPK's broader crackdown on corruption at various levels of the government. The decision to name a sitting cabinet member as a suspect underscores the commission's commitment to upholding the rule of law and holding public officials accountable, regardless of their position. The case is likely to attract significant public attention and scrutiny, as it raises questions about the integrity of the Prabowo administration's efforts to address corruption in Indonesia.