Researchers and human rights activists question Prabowo Subianto’s special promotion – This is inappropriate’

Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto was named an Honorary General by President Joko Widodo on Wednesday, February 28.While activists and the families of those who have suffered grave violations of human rights strongly oppose this judgment, researchers call into doubt it.

At the TNI-Polri Leadership Meeting on Wednesday, February 28, in the morning, at TNI Headquarters Cilangkap, Jakarta, the honorary military promotion was given out.

“The Council for Degrees, Service Certificates, and Honors has verified the awarding. Additionally, Jokowi stated that the Law Number 20 of 2009 is in line with the indication of getting the star award.

In accordance with the suggestion made by the TNI Commander, I consented to grant an Honorary

The Presidential Decree Number 13/TNI/2024, issued on February 21, specifies this elevation.