KPK

KPK, the Komisi Pemberantasan Korupsi (Corruption Eradication Commission), is an independent Indonesian government agency established in 2002 to combat corruption. Created under Law No. 30/2002 on Corruption Eradication (with later amendments), it operates to coordinate national anti-corruption efforts, investigate suspected offenses, pursue prosecutions in appropriate cases, and recover state assets. The commission also undertakes prevention programs and public education to promote integrity in governance.

Its mandate encompasses prevention, investigation, and prosecution of corruption-related crimes, as well as asset recovery and monitoring of public sector procurement and administration. The KPK works in coordination with other law enforcement bodies, including the national police and the judiciary, and has its own investigators and prosecutors to handle cases that involve public institutions and officials at various levels of government.

Structure and leadership of the KPK are built around a five-person leadership team, headed by a Ketua KPK (Chair) and supported by four Commissioners. The commission is designed to operate with a degree of autonomy from other branches of government, though its powers and scope have been the subject of ongoing political debate and reform discussions within Indonesia.

Impact and activity: The KPK has pursued a range of high-profile corruption cases, contributing to changes in governance practices and public accountability. It engages with international partners to exchange best practices, support cross-border asset recovery, and strengthen anti-corruption frameworks globally. Critics and supporters alike continue to discuss its effectiveness and the balance between independence and oversight.