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Lawmaker Demands Strict Probe into Alleged Child Involvement in Vape Promotions

From Tempo · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A member of the Indonesian parliament urged law enforcement to thoroughly investigate the alleged involvement of minors in e-cigarette promotions.
  • He stressed that children should not be used for promoting addictive products and that legal action must be taken if criminal elements are found.
  • The parliamentarian called for increased digital literacy and oversight to protect children from exploitation in online commercial activities.

An Indonesian lawmaker has called for a rigorous investigation into allegations that minors are being used to promote e-cigarettes, emphasizing the need for law enforcement to act professionally and objectively. Adang Daradjatun, a member of Commission III of the House of Representatives, stated that children must be protected from exploitation, especially for commercial purposes involving addictive products.

The state has an obligation to protect children from all forms of exploitation that can harm their development. If there are criminal elements, of course, they must be processed strictly according to the prevailing law.

— Adang DaradjatunThe Indonesian lawmaker emphasized the government's duty to protect children and enforce laws against exploitation.

"The state has an obligation to protect children from all forms of exploitation that can harm their development. If there are criminal elements, of course, they must be processed strictly according to the prevailing law," Daradjatun said in a written statement. He highlighted that children are vulnerable and their protection should be a top priority.

Daradjatun noted the expanding reach of promotions through technology and social media, urging content creators and businesses to understand that freedom of expression does not negate legal and moral responsibilities, particularly concerning minors. He described children as national assets who must be shielded from exposures that could jeopardize their health and future.

Social media is not a space without rules. Anyone creating content must understand the legal and ethical boundaries. Do not let the pursuit of popularity or economic gain come at the expense of children's rights, which are protected by law.

— Adang DaradjatunDaradjatun warned content creators about legal and ethical responsibilities on social media, especially concerning minors.

"Social media is not a space without rules. Anyone creating content must understand the legal and ethical boundaries. Do not let the pursuit of popularity or economic gain come at the expense of children's rights, which are protected by law," he stated. He also encouraged digital platforms, parents, educational institutions, and the public to enhance supervision of children's digital activities and improve digital literacy to prevent them from becoming targets of inappropriate product promotions.

Don't ever make children a tool for economic gain. The safety, health, and future of children must be prioritized above all else.

— Adang DaradjatunThe parliamentarian reiterated that children's well-being should be the paramount concern in all commercial activities.
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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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