Indonesia’s US$8 million visa scandal threatens drive for talent, investors
About this episode
The episode discusses a major immigration corruption scandal in Indonesia that threatens the country's efforts to attract foreign talent and investment.
A major immigration corruption scandal could mar Indonesia’s ambition to entice foreign funds and high-skilled workers, according to observers, further tanking investor confidence in Southeast Asia’s largest economy. The country’s Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) last week arrested eight high-ranking immigration officials, including then deputy minister Silmy Karim, for allegedly extorting foreigners seeking residency and work permits in Indonesia. KPK also detained nine visa agents...
Topics covered
- immigration
- corruption
- foreign investment
- visa scandal
- Indonesia economy
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Corruption Eradication Commission
Places: Indonesia, Southeast Asia
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