Indonesia\u2019s National Police (Polri) has expressed its appreciation\nand thanks to people in several regions who have voiced their\naspirations in an orderly, safe and peaceful manner.<\/p>\n
In a written statement, Polri Public Relations Division Chief\nInspector General Johnny Eddizon Isir said that expressing opinions in\npublic is a right protected by law and an important part of democratic\nlife.<\/p>\n
He said Polri was committed to continuing to assist participants in\nexpressing their aspirations, adopting a humane and professional\napproach in accordance with applicable regulations. This commitment\nreflected the police force\u2019s role in ensuring that people could express\ntheir views safely while maintaining public order.<\/p>\n
Johnny said the orderly and responsible conduct shown by members of\nthe public deserved recognition. A safe and stable situation could be\nachieved through cooperation between the public and the police.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe would like to thank and commend participants in demonstrations in\nseveral regions who have expressed their aspirations in an orderly, safe\nand peaceful manner. This shows that freedom of expression can go hand\nin hand with an awareness of the need to maintain order and respect\nother people\u2019s rights,\u201d Johnny said on Wednesday (28 October).<\/p>\n
He stressed that Polri would remain committed to serving people\nexpressing their aspirations humanely, respecting human rights and\nacting in accordance with procedures and legislation.<\/p>\n
\u201cPolri is here to serve the public and ensure that every citizen can\nexpress their aspirations safely. We encourage all members of society to\ncontinue maintaining order, respecting one another and working together\nto create a stable situation,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Polri hopes that solidarity and good communication between the public\nand the police will continue. By prioritising dialogue, mutual respect\nand shared responsibility, the expression of public aspirations can\nproceed in an orderly manner without impinging on other people\u2019s right\nto go about their activities.<\/p>\n
In keeping with the motto \u201cPolice Together with the Community\u201d, Polri\nsaid that facilitating the expression of public aspirations was part of\nits commitment to remain present, listen and serve, in the interests of\npublic safety and order.<\/p>\n
Johnny also called on the public to help maintain safety and order.\nHe said freedom of expression was an important part of democracy that\nmust be exercised responsibly and with respect for the rights of\nothers.<\/p>\n
He reminded the public that shared public spaces must be protected\nand maintained so everyone can use them in their daily activities.<\/p>\n
\u201cLet us exercise this right peacefully, in an orderly and responsible\nway, while respecting other people\u2019s rights and protecting the public\nfacilities we use together,\u201d Johnny said.<\/p>\n
He said public facilities such as roads, bus stops, pavements and\nparks played an important role in people\u2019s lives. They were used by many\ngroups, including ride-hailing drivers, small traders, workers and\npeople going about their daily activities.<\/p>\n
Protecting public facilities was a way of showing concern for the\ncommon good. Demonstrations were therefore expected to take account of\nthe comfort and safety of people carrying out activities near the\nsite.<\/p>\n
Johnny also urged the public to prioritise dialogue, show mutual\nrespect and avoid being influenced by unverified information that could\nfuel tensions.<\/p>\n
He said orderly expressions of opinion would help create a stable\natmosphere and ensure that the messages being conveyed were properly\nheard.<\/p>\n
He added that democratic maturity was reflected in people\u2019s ability\nto express their views while respecting others\u2019 rights. All parties were\ntherefore expected to play an active role in maintaining order and\ncaring for public facilities as a shared responsibility.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/police-praise-orderly-expression-of-public-aspirations-1793199080", "image": "" }, "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }