The National Police’s Criminal Investigation Department (Bareskrim) revealed that investigators had uncovered alleged irregularities in coal procurement involving two companies identified only by their initials, UBP and BRA.

The National Police’s Criminal Investigation Department (Bareskrim) revealed that investigators had uncovered alleged irregularities in coal procurement involving two companies…

Experts doubt that supplies from the two companies under investigation could have caused such widespread blackouts, noting that PLN sources coal from hundreds of suppliers.

Industry association, experts call for transparent, fair law enforcement to ensure legal certainty, market confidence and sustainable electricity in Indonesia.