Critics have urged lawmakers not to rush the bill through without “meaningful public participation,” warning that weak safeguards and oversight could allow the expanded asset seizure powers to be turned against political opponents and government critics.

Critics say the new commitment to pass the asset forfeiture bill may be driven by the government’s need to finance President Prabowo Subianto’s flagship programs, while also…

Pati activists met with House leaders and spoke with Prabowo about the Asset Forfeiture Bill. Politicians were working behind the scenes in Pati.