Observer urges public not to worry about 'rush money' fears

A banking observer has advised the public to remain calm and trust the legal and banking governance processes regarding the blocking of an account by Bank Mandiri. Paul Sutaryono, a banking observer, stated that Bank Mandiri, as a publicly traded company, is subject to oversight from various parties, which ensures accountability and public trust in the banking industry.

Sutaryono explained that banks have established procedures for blocking customer accounts, and Bank Mandiri likely acted based on these regulations. He emphasized the importance of banks adhering to these rules as part of good corporate governance and compliance.

Amid public attention on the case, Sutaryono also cautioned against jumping to conclusions that could cause undue concern about the safety of funds in banks. He expressed confidence in the public's ability to discern information and resist unverified reports, stating that a "rush money" event is unlikely.

"But there is no need to worry about a rush money event. The public is already smarter and not influenced by hoaxes," Sutaryono said. He also noted that Bank Mandiri has distributed Rp 6.9 trillion in environmentally friendly building loans.