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Government to Evict Former Hotel Sultan Block 15 After Court Ruling

From Tempo · (7m ago) Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The Indonesian government is set to execute the eviction of Block 15 at the former Hotel Sultan site following a court order.
  • The Central Jakarta District Court granted the eviction request filed by the Ministry of State Secretary and the Gelora Bung Karno Complex Management Center.
  • The government aims to reclaim and professionally manage the state asset, ensuring it becomes a green, modern, and productive public space while addressing the fate of affected employees and vendors.

The Indonesian government is moving forward with the decisive eviction of Block 15 at the former Hotel Sultan complex, a significant move to reclaim state assets. This action, backed by a clear ruling from the Central Jakarta District Court, signifies the government's commitment to asserting its legal authority over the property. The Ministry of State Secretary and the Gelora Bung Karno Complex Management Center (PPKGBK) have secured the necessary legal basis, with the court's order providing a "perfect legal foundation" for the eviction process, as stated by the government's legal counsel.

Penetapan ini menjadi dasar hukum yang sempurna bagi Kemensetneg dan PPKGBK untuk mengosongkan lahan dan bangunan tersebut.

— Kharis SuciptoGovernment's legal counsel on the court's eviction order.

This eviction is not merely about physical removal; it represents a strategic effort to restore and enhance a vital state asset. The government, through PPKGBK, plans to transform Block 15 into a "green, modern, well-organized, and productive" public area, better integrated with transportation networks. This vision aims to maximize the public benefit derived from the land, which has been subject to legal disputes and unfulfilled royalty payments for decades. The government emphasizes that its intention is not to stifle business but to "reorganize" the asset for broader public good.

Kami akan menjalankan proses eksekusi pengosongan dengan memperhatikan semua aspek, termasuk keberlanjutan nasib para karyawan dan vendor.

— Rakhmadi Afif KusumoDirector of PPKGBK on ensuring humanitarian aspects during eviction.

Crucially, the government assures that the eviction process will be conducted with a strong consideration for humanitarian aspects. Plans are in place to address the welfare of employees and vendors affected by the eviction, with a dedicated service post to support them during the transition. This balanced approach, combining firm legal execution with social responsibility, reflects Indonesia's commitment to both national asset management and the well-being of its citizens. The reclamation of this land is seen as a step towards rectifying past issues and ensuring that state properties serve the public interest more effectively.

negara tidak bermaksud mematikan usaha, melainkan menata kembali aset agar manfaatnya dapat dirasakan publik secara lebih luas.

— Rakhmadi Afif KusumoPPKGBK's statement on reorganizing assets for public benefit.
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Originally published by Tempo in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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