KPK highlights two corruption-prone loopholes in regional governments

The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has stated that the procurement of goods and services, as well as job mutations in regional areas, are sectors highly susceptible to corruption cases.

“The KPK has a Deputy for Coordination and Supervision. There are eight focus areas, and the two most prominent are the procurement of goods and services and matters regarding job mutations,” said KPK Chairman Setyo Budiyanto at Brawijaya University, Malang, East Java, on Friday.

Setyo stated that these two fields are part of the eight focus areas for prevention managed by the KPK’s Deputy for Coordination and Supervision.

According to him, every sector deemed to have corruption potential is a priority in prevention efforts to ensure that the abuse of authority can be minimised.

Specifically regarding job mutations, Setyo noted that all implementation mechanisms must comply with applicable regulations and procedures.

“Many parties will report that mutations are not in accordance with procedure,” he remarked.

In addition to procurement and job mutations, Setyo mentioned that corruption potential can also arise from other sectors, including planning and taxation.

He emphasised that the KPK’s attention is directed towards ensuring that local governments exercise their authority more cautiously so that the potential for corruption can be suppressed.

Setyo urged regional heads to work for the interests and welfare of the people in their respective regions.

“Furthermore, matters concerning health, including all affairs related to infrastructure, are intended for the public. As for specific supervision, that is an internal matter,” he said.

He added that the use of local government authority should be directed towards meeting the needs of the community and supporting public services.