Farcical trial

Farcical trial of Akbar Tandjung From Koran Tempo

Securing justice in this country seems a difficult task, even more so in the case of the misappropriation of State Logistics Agency (Bulog) funds allegedly involving Akbar Tandjung.

Few would believe Akbar's claim that the Rp 50 billion (for a food program for the poor) was "kept" by Winfred Simatupang. Who would keep such a huge amount of cash at home for three years?

Absurdly, the prosecutors, judges and police in the case readily believe the ridiculous confession, which was obviously meant to save the defendant.

So, be prepared to be disappointed by the verdict on Akbar's appeal, which will "definitely" exonerate him from all charges. Goodbye justice and welcome to the era of the corruption and moral degradation of Indonesian officials.

PUTU SUDI ATMAJA Denpasar, Bali