“The public must take part in monitoring it. Anti-corruption efforts must not operate from an ivory tower without involving society,” Hari said.
Calls for Evaluation Ahead of Two-Year Mark
As the Prabowo-Gibran administration approaches its second year, Hari also called for an evaluation of the government, particularly officials who have become involved in legal issues.
He said an evaluation is necessary to ensure that the government’s agenda remains effective and that legal reform efforts do not lose direction.
“The President must ensure that the government does not operate on autopilot. If there are problematic officials, there must be evaluation and decisive action,” he said.
Hari said the administration’s two-year milestone could be used to strengthen internal oversight, improve institutions, reinforce regulations, and enhance efforts to recover state assets.
Ultimately, he said the success of anti-corruption efforts is not determined solely by the number of cases uncovered. Policy consistency, the integrity of law enforcement officials, transparency in asset management, the quality of evidence, and public involvement are also important in maintaining public trust.
Hari then reiterated the philosophy previously expressed by Prabowo that “a rotten fish starts from the head.”
“If the President is serious about the principle that a rotten fish starts from the head, then reform must also start from the top. That is what is being tested now,” Hari said.
