MP: TNI Intelligence Chief's Resignation is a Good Example

Jakarta - A member of the Indonesian House of Representatives Commission I, TB Hasanuddin, stated that the resignation of the Head of the TNI Strategic Intelligence Agency (Kabais), Lieutenant General TNI Yudi Abrimantyo, following the controversy over the acid attack on KontraS activist Andrie Yunus, is a good example. According to him, when subordinates commit violations, Yudi Abrimantyo demonstrated a high level of moral responsibility. This attitude from the Kabais is commendable as it serves as a model in showing accountability and integrity in carrying out duties. “This is a good example and hopefully it can be emulated by us all,” said TB Hasanuddin in Jakarta on Thursday. However, he emphasised that the resignation must not halt the law enforcement process. Hasanuddin called for the investigation into the acid attack on KontraS activist Andrie Yunus to continue thoroughly and transparently. According to him, the investigation must be pursued, not only regarding the field perpetrators but also tracing the actors who planned or were behind the incident. “This is important to avoid questions and disappointment in the midst of society,” he said. Previously, TNI Headquarters stated that the position of Head of the Strategic Intelligence Agency (Kabais), held by Lieutenant General TNI Yudi Abrimantyo, has been handed over, as a result of the investigation into the acid attack case on KontraS activist Andrie Yunus. However, the TNI has not yet explained all matters in detail. “So we need to state here, as a form of accountability, today the handover of the Kabais position has been carried out,” said the Head of the TNI Headquarters Information Centre (Kapuspen), Major General TNI Aulia Dwi Nasrullah, during a press conference at TNI Headquarters, Jakarta, on Wednesday (25/3).