Lesser graft must be unveiled

Lesser graft must be unveiled

From Koran Tempo

The disclosure of alleged corruption in the purchase of
Scorpion tanks means considerable progress in the unveiling of
cases that were formerly seen as untouchable, but the flow of
funds in such cases should also be traced.

If the funds as commission went to the accounts of state
agencies, there is no need to examine the people concerned
because whoever negotiated or closed the business deal becomes
irrelevant.

Meanwhile, the anticorruption team in charge should also
target minor and medium-sized graft cases still widespread in
public institutions, because many of those involved are unaware
or pretend to be ignorant of the illegal practice.

Public officials should serve society without charging
unnecessary fees and make purchases on behalf of the state so
that all commission received goes to the state treasury.

ISABELA KAHN
Surabaya