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PDIP Lawmaker Criticizes TNI Commander Over Public Security Role
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PDIP Lawmaker Criticizes TNI Commander Over Public Security Role

From CNN Indonesia · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Indonesian lawmaker TB Hasanuddin of the PDIP party criticized the TNI Commander's statement on public security responsibilities.
  • Hasanuddin asserted that maintaining public security is the duty of the Indonesian National Police (Polri), not the military (TNI).
  • The statement highlights a debate over the roles of the police and military in ensuring national security.

TB Hasanuddin, a member of the Indonesian House of Representatives from the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDIP), has voiced criticism regarding the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) Commander's remarks on public security duties. Hasanuddin strongly contested the notion that the TNI holds primary responsibility for maintaining public order.

He emphasized that the mandate for ensuring public security rests solely with the Indonesian National Police (Polri). Hasanuddin's stance underscores a clear distinction between the roles of the military and the police in Indonesia's security apparatus. This assertion aims to clarify institutional boundaries and prevent potential overreach.

The lawmaker's comments signal a potential disagreement or ongoing discussion about the division of responsibilities between the TNI and Polri. This debate is crucial for maintaining a stable and well-defined security framework within the country, ensuring each institution operates within its designated jurisdiction.

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Originally published by CNN Indonesia in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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