20 Years After Eviction, Karawang Resident Still Pays Property Tax

 

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Previously, the www.hukumindo.com platform has talk about "The Case of the Image of Lord Shiva Being the Background of a Nightclub in Bali", "21 Illegal Immigrants from Bangladesh Arrested by Immigration Officers in Garut Regency", you may read also "Man Causing Trouble at Airport Ends Up in Jail" and on this occasion we will discuss about '20 Years After Eviction, Karawang Resident Still Pays Property Tax'.

It has been 20 years since Henny's house and land in Karawang, West Java, were evicted to make way for the construction of a road to the Batujaya bridge. However, to this day, she is still receiving bills and paying property tax (PBB) on the land she no longer occupies. Henny claims that her house and land in Krajan Hamlet, Batujaya Village, were evicted in 2005. She was forced to give up 426 square meters of land for the construction of the Karawang-Bekasi connecting road, despite rejecting the compensation offered by the government.[1]

"I also still pay property tax, the last time in 2024 I also got SPPT (Tax Payable Notification Letter) and I just paid it," said Henny. When she was evicted in 2005, Henny said her land was only valued at IDR 80 thousand per meter. That amount was far from her initial request of IDR 230 thousand per meter. In fact, the payment was made in installments. "On top of that, the payment was also paid in installments by the government. Well, I got evicted and ended up in a mess," she said. Henny also admitted that she had been forced to sign blank receipts three times, without knowing that it meant she had agreed to the payment. "I didn't know, I was a layman. Well, what was it like at that time, signing on the blank form. Well, I just accepted it, if it wasn't accepted my house would be evicted too, it would be leveled with a excavator," she said. "Every night I cried. Many said that I got evicted and ended up in a mess. I've been holding back the pain for 20 years," she said.[2]

Now Henny works as a nanny in Bekasi, while her children live in another house that she slowly built with the help of relatives. She hopes that the Regent of Karawang and the Governor of West Java can pay attention to this case. She is asking for justice and payment of the remaining compensation that is appropriate. This case has entered the court realm, but only as a criminal case against the related official, not a civil case regarding the right to compensation. "I used to be a witness in court, but when the criminal case was the same official, he was caught up in the law. Well, I'm a layman and I don't understand, he said why not try to enter a civil case like that," said Henny.[3] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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References:

1. "20 Tahun Rumahnya di Karawang Sudah jadi Jalan, Henny Masih Bayar Pajak", www.kompas.com., Farida Farhan, Ihsanuddin, 22/03/2025, Diakses pada tanggal 26 Maret 2025, Link: https://regional.kompas.com/read/2025/03/22/145823078/20-tahun-rumahnya-di-karawang-sudah-jadi-jalan-henny-masih-bayar-pajak?source=headline

2. Ibid.

3. Ibid.

The Case of the Image of Lord Shiva Being the Background of a Nightclub in Bali

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Previously, the www.hukumindo.com platform has talk about "21 Illegal Immigrants from Bangladesh Arrested by Immigration Officers in Garut Regency", "Man Causing Trouble at Airport Ends Up in Jail", you may read also "Here's How to Avoid Fraudulent Investments" and on this occasion we will discuss about 'The Case of the Image of Lord Shiva Being the Background of a Nightclub in Bali'.

A nightclub in Bali was caught using Lord Shiva as a background image for a DJ's music performance. Hindus were also angry. A video circulating virally on social media shows one of the nightclubs in Bali using the Lord Shiva as a background while an electronic music performance by a disc jockey (DJ) is taking place. From the video on social media, a nightclub is seen filled with visitors. It is narrated that the club is one of the largest nightclubs in Bali. The sound of the disco music played by the DJ is pounding. The atmosphere is twinkling with red ornaments. A large image and symbol of Lord Shiva are prominent in the background of the DJ's stage.[1] 

The video circulating on social media has prompted the Parisada Hindu Dharma Indonesia (PHDI) Bali to prepare a warning letter for the nightclub that is considered to have insulted the Hindu religion. "We will first investigate who it is," said PHDI Bali Secretary Putu Wirata Dwikora. Although the mastermind behind the alleged harassment is not yet known, Wirata emphasized that PHDI Bali has prepared an open warning letter for the perpetrators of the broadcast to clarify.[2]

"Second, we are preparing an open letter first if we don't know who the perpetrator is, we will prepare an open letter," he said firmly. "While we are trying to find out, we don't want to wait too long, we will issue an open summons to whoever the perpetrator is to be responsible so that they can clarify and explain," Wirata added. He conveyed the feelings of Hindus who felt harassed and their beliefs were tarnished because the gods who should be sanctified and worshiped in temples or other holy places were instead placed in inappropriate places. "But we also want to hear what their reasons are for showing it in such a place, is there an acceptable reason. Although we don't judge immediately, Hindus feel harassed, their beliefs are tarnished. But we are open for clarification," Wirata explained.[3] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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References:

1. "Dewa Siwa Jadi Latar Kelab Malam di Bali, Umat Hindu Mau Somasi", www.detik.com., Rizki Setyo Samudero, 02 Feb 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 23 Maret 2025, Link: https://travel.detik.com/travel-news/d-7759714/dewa-siwa-jadi-latar-kelab-malam-di-bali-umat-hindu-mau-somasi.

2. Ibid.

3. Ibid.

21 Illegal Immigrants from Bangladesh Arrested by Immigration Officers in Garut Regency

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Previously, the www.hukumindo.com platform has talk about "Man Causing Trouble at Airport Ends Up in Jail", "Here's How to Avoid Fraudulent Investments", you may read also "Malaysian Police Raid Illegal Dimsum Restaurant" and on this occasion we will discuss about '21 Illegal Immigrants from Bangladesh Arrested by Immigration Officers in Garut Regency'.

"This report started with a group of 21 men who were taken by a travel car and wanted to stay at one of the inns located at Karang Paranje Beach, Karyasari Village, Cibalong District, Garut Regency, West Java," said Indra (Head of the Class I Non TPI Tasikmalaya Immigration Office). At that time the innkeeper asked for the identity of the group of guests, but they could not show their identity. This certainly raised suspicion, so that residents took the initiative to report to the Cibalong Police, Garut Regency.[1]

"Following up on the report, the Cibalong Police, Garut Regency, immediately went to the inn and conducted an examination of the 21 men. It turned out to be true so the Police coordinated with us, after we checked further it was true that they were foreign nationals," said Indra. Based on the findings, Indra said that his party was authorized to take administrative immigration action. Until now, 21 Bangladeshi men have been secured in the Tasikmalaya Class Immigration Office Detention Room. They have been included in the travel ban list and will be deported.[2] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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References:

1. "Dikira Liburan ramai-ramai ke Garut, Ternyata Semuanya Imigran Gelap", www.detik.com., Faizal Amiruddin, 22 Mar 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 22 Maret 2025, Link: https://travel.detik.com/travel-news/d-7835660/dikira-liburan-ramai-ramai-ke-garut-ternyata-semuanya-imigran-gelap

2. Ibid.

Man Causing Trouble at Airport Ends Up in Jail

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Previously, the www.hukumindo.com platform has talk about "Here's How to Avoid Fraudulent Investments", "Malaysian Police Raid Illegal Dimsum Restaurant", you may read also "Serang Police Arrest Perverted Shaman" and on this occasion we will discuss about 'Man Causing Trouble at Airport Ends Up in Jail'.

A 30-year-old man ended up in court after causing trouble at Changi Airport, Singapore. He refused to accept being overtaken by an airport shuttle bus. The man was charged in court with causing a public nuisance and behaving threateningly towards a public service worker at Changi Airport. The Singapore Police Force (SPF) received a report of a dispute at Changi Airport on 31 January 2025 at about 2.10pm involving a private-hire driver and an airport shuttle bus driver.[1]

The man allegedly got angry at the shuttle driver for changing lanes. He then followed the bus and used his car to block the shuttle bus. He then got out of his car and gesticulated and shouted expletives at the shuttle bus driver. When the shuttle bus driver tried to leave, the man kicked the bus door and threw his cell phone at the bus in an aggressive manner. He was then arrested by the police at the scene.[2] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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References:

1. "Bang Jago Bertingkah di Changi, Tendang Pintu Bus-Maki-maki Driver", travel.detik.com., Syanti Mustika, 14 Mar 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 20 Maret 2025, Link: https://travel.detik.com/travel-news/d-7822428/bang-jago-bertingkah-di-changi-tendang-pintu-bus-maki-maki-driver?utm_source=detik.com&utm_medium=referral

2. Ibid.

Here's How to Avoid Fraudulent Investments

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Previously, the www.hukumindo.com platform has talk about "Malaysian Police Raid Illegal Dimsum Restaurant", "Serang Police Arrest Perverted Shaman", you may read also "The Requirements and Costs for Handling of a Lost or Damaged Land Certificate" and on this occasion we will discuss about 'Here's How to Avoid Fraudulent Investments'.

As quoted from the Indonesian Stock Exchange (BEI) website, the following are ways that can be done to avoid fraudulent investments, and reported by kompas.com:[1]

1. Check Investment Entity Licensing.
2. Beware of the Promise of High Returns. Fraudulent investments promise unreasonable returns. Some illegal investments use Ponzi schemes, where profits given to old investors come from new investors' funds.
3. Understand How the Company Works, if a company is not transparent in its operations, then this is a danger sign.
4. Don't Get Caught Up in Trends and FOMO (Fear of Missing Out/FOMO). You don't need to rush into making investment decisions without understanding the risks.
5. Determine your financial goals and choose the appropriate instrument.

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Reference:

1. "Ciri-Ciri Investasi Bodong dan Cara Menghindarinya", money.kompas.com., Nur Jamal Shaid, 11/03/2025, Diakses pada tanggal 17 Maret 2025, Link: https://money.kompas.com/read/2025/03/11/223452226/ciri-ciri-investasi-bodong-dan-cara-menghindarinya?source=sorotan#google_vignette

Malaysian Police Raid Illegal Dimsum Restaurant

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Previously, the www.hukumindo.com platform has talk about "Serang Police Arrest Perverted Shaman", "The Requirements and Costs for Handling of a Lost or Damaged Land Certificate", you may read also "A Property Fraud Story From Shenzhen, China" and on this occasion we will discuss about 'Malaysian Police Raid Illegal Dimsum Restaurant'.

Usually, food places such as cafes or restaurants operate in shops located in busy areas. However, there are some who prefer hidden places. Like this dimsum food place in Penang, Malaysia. Not because there are no stalls, the decision to open inside the house is because the owner does not have an operating permit. Officers from the Penang City Council (MBPP) recently conducted a surprise raid on a house in the Southwest district and found the illegal dimsum food place.[1]

In the official statement from MBPP, it was written that the raid was carried out on Saturday at 09.00 by officers from the Licensing Department and the Law Enforcement Department. The confiscated items range from business signs, chairs, dining tables, gas cylinders, and food storage shelves. Later, the confiscated equipment will be taken to a storage facility. Furthermore, the Penang City Council will continue to enforce strict legal action against any operator who carries out business activities without a valid permit from the government.[2] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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References:

1. "Polisi Grebek Tempat Makan Dimsum Ilegal di Dalam Rumah", food.detik.com., Riska Fitria - detikFood, 11 Mar 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 17 Maret 2025, Link: https://food.detik.com/info-kuliner/d-7817553/polisi-grebek-tempat-makan-dimsum-ilegal-di-dalam-rumah?mtype=mpc.ctr.A-boxccxmpcxmp-modelA

2. Ibid.

Serang Police Arrest Perverted Shaman

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Previously, the www.hukumindo.com platform has talk about "The Requirements and Costs for Taking Care of a Lost or Damaged Land Certificate", "A Property Fraud Story From Shenzhen, China", you may read also "A German Tourist Smuggling Cultural Objects" and on this occasion we will discuss about 'Serang Police Arrest Perverted Shaman'.

Serang Police arrested a shaman with the initials OW (31), a perpetrator of sexual abuse under the guise of providing treatment. The woman with the initials D (25) became a victim because she wanted to recover from the pressure of being in debt. OW was arrested on Tuesday (11/3) yesterday. The sexual abuse was committed against the victim in the middle of last year and was reported to the PPA Unit of the Serang Police. "We arrested the suspect OW at home on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 afternoon," said Serang Police Chief AKBP Condro Sasongko, Friday (14/3/2025).[1]

According to him, the victim took a shortcut by asking for help from a shaman. The victim himself was indeed in debt. "Initially around June 2024 the victim was in debt, when he first met the suspect, the victim told him all his personal problems," he explained. The perpetrator used a ritual mode on the victim. During the ritual, the victim was then raped by the perpetrator.[2]

"The victim followed the suspect's invitation to perform a ritual of intercourse, feeling deceived, the victim then reported it to the Police," said Condro. From this arrest, the police found various evidence of shamanism. Such as keris and coconut fiber and an object he called raja tamarind. "There are 2 keris and 1 object of the raja tamarind," he concluded.[3] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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References:

1. "Polisi Tangkap Dukun Cabul di Serang, Ngaku Bisa Obati Stres", www.detik.com., Bahtiar Rifa'i, 14 Maret 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 15 Maret 2025, Link: https://news.detik.com/berita/d-7823935/polisi-tangkap-dukun-cabul-di-serang-ngaku-bisa-obati-stres.

2. Ibid.

3. Ibid.

The Requirements and Costs for Handling of a Lost or Damaged Land Certificate

 

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Previously, the www.hukumindo.com platform has talk about "A Property Fraud Story From Shenzhen, China", "A German Tourist Smuggling Cultural Objects", you may read also "This Is The Reason Why There Are Not Many Skyscrapers In Europe" and on this occasion we will discuss about 'The Requirements and Costs for Handling of a Lost or Damaged Land Certificate'.

Floods have hit several areas in Indonesia. Floods often sweep away a number of items in the house, including land certificates. For flood victims who have lost their land certificates or whose land certificates are damaged, there is no need to worry. Because, it can still be taken care of by submitting an application to replace the damaged or lost land certificate. After the certificate is taken care of, it is best to immediately convert it into digital form. According to the Minister of ATR/BPN Nusron Wahid, this is so that ownership of the land certificate remains safe even though a disaster occurs. "With electronic certificates, there should be no worries about the certificate being washed away or damaged by floods. Everything is stored in the digital world and only owners with access can use it," he said in a written statement.[1]

Then, what are the requirements and costs required to take care of a lost or damaged certificate? In the case of a Damaged Certificate, the Requirements for Taking Care of a Damaged Certificate are as follows:[2]

• Sign the application form and signed by the applicant or his/her attorney on the stamp.
• Power of Attorney if authorized.
• Photocopy of the applicant's identity (KTP and KK) and the attorney if authorized, which has been matched with the original by the counter officer.
• Photocopy of the Deed of Establishment and ratification of the legal entity that has been matched with the original by the counter officer, for legal entities; and
• Original certificate.

And, as an additional information, to get a replacement certificate, usually a fee of IDR 50,000 will be charged per land title certificate. The processing time is around 19 working days, but this depends on each land office. Reported by the SIPPN website of the Ministry of State Apparatus Empowerment and Bureaucratic Reform, the way to submit the document is to come to the Land Office. Then, submit the required documents to the counter service and pay the registration fee to the counter payment. After that, the placement of the certificate will be processed and issued. After being issued, the certificate owner can pick it up at the Land Office service counter where he replaced the land certificate.

In the event of a lost land certificate, the requirements for processing a lost land certificate are as follows:[3]

• Sign the application form and signed by the applicant or his/her attorney on the stamp.
• Power of Attorney if authorized.
• Photocopy of the applicant's identity (KTP and KK) and the attorney if authorized, which has been matched with the original by the counter officer;
• Photocopy of the Deed of Establishment and ratification of the legal entity that has been matched with the original by the counter officer, for legal entities; and
• Original certificate.
• Statement under oath by the rights holder or the person who lost it.
• Letter of report of loss from the local Police.

And also, as an additional information, the cost to issue a replacement for a lost land certificate is around IDR. 350,000 per certificate. The details are IDR. 200,000 for the oath fee, IDR. 100,000 for the cost of a copy of the Measurement Letter, and IDR. 50,000 for the registration fee. Those are the requirements and costs for taking care of a lost or damaged land certificate.

And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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References:

1. "Syarat dan Biaya Urus Sertifikat Tanah yang Hilang Atau Rusak gegara Banjir", www.detik.com., Almadinah Putri Brilian, 10 Mar 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 13 Maret 2025, Link: https://www.detik.com/properti/tips-dan-panduan/d-7815438/syarat-dan-biaya-urus-sertifikat-tanah-yang-hilang-atau-rusak-gegara-banjir

2. Ibid.

3. Ibid.

A Property Fraud Story From Shenzhen, China

 

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Previously, the www.hukumindo.com platform has talk about "A German Tourist Smuggling Cultural Objects", "This Is The Reason Why There Are Not Many Skyscrapers In Europe", you may read also "Maryam's Story, Bangkalan Resident Who Escaped the Death Penalty in KSA" and on this occasion we will discuss about 'A Property Fraud Story From Shenzhen, China'.

A fraud story that occurred in Shenzhen, China, recently went viral and caught the attention of netizens. Not a few, the victims involved 36 men who were deceived by a beautiful woman who pretended to be their girlfriend. The woman tricked the men by promising to marry them if they bought a house for her in a city about 90 km from Shenzhen. The woman, known as Liu Jia, first met the victims through an online dating platform. One of the victims, who used the pseudonym Atao, revealed that she met Liu in March last year and felt very much in love with him.[1]

"He gave me the impression of being gentle, well-mannered, family-oriented, and very caring. I thought she was the perfect girlfriend," Atao said. Liu said he was 30 years old and from Central China's Hunan Province, and worked in the e-commerce industry in Shenzhen. After dating for a month, Liu started talking about marriage and suggested Atao buy a house first. To convince Atao, Liu even offered 30,000 yuan (around IDR. 67.5 million) as assistance for the down payment on the house. To further convince Atao, Liu also recommended two blocks of houses in Huizhou city that were being marketed at a huge discount. With the huge subsidy offered, Atao finally bought one of the houses, although Liu refused to add his name to the house ownership certificate.[2]

However, after the transaction was completed, Liu began to avoid her. She no longer answered Atao's calls or messages and slowly began to distance herself. Another victim, named Wang, revealed that she had also been a victim in the same way. After buying a house, Liu disappeared under the pretext of being busy, blocking her calls, and deleting her from her contact list. According to Atao, she has recorded at least 36 men, all in their 30s and working in Shenzhen, who have fallen victim to this scam. They all had short-lived relationships with Liu, lasting only one to two months. As a result, Atao now has to pay a monthly house installment of 4,100 yuan (around IDR. 9.2 million), while she also has to pay rent in Shenzhen and take care of her parents. Many netizens then commented on the case.[3] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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References:

1. "Tertipu Wanita Cantik, 36 Pria Ini Beri Hadiah Rumah Untuk Pacar yang Sama", wolipop.detik.com., Vina Oktiani, 10 Mar 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 13 Maret 2025, Link: https://wolipop.detik.com/love/d-7815590/tertipu-wanita-cantik-36-pria-ini-beri-hadiah-rumah-untuk-pacar-yang-sama

2. Ibid.

3. Ibid.

A German Tourist Smuggling Cultural Objects

  

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Previously, the www.hukumindo.com platform has talk about "This Is The Reason Why There Are Not Many Skyscrapers In Europe", "Maryam's Story, Bangkalan Resident Who Escaped the Death Penalty in KSA", you may read also "Linda Yuliana Arrested In Ethiopia, Trapped By Drug Trafficking Syndicate" and on this occasion we will discuss about 'A German Tourist Smuggling Cultural Objects'.

A German tourist who attempted to smuggle an ancient Greek marble column out of the country has been arrested and now faces up to 12 years in prison. The 61-year-old was arrested at the Port of Patras earlier this week as he prepared to board a ferry to Italy in his private car. Patras Port Authority officers discovered the ancient artifacts hidden in his car during a routine inspection.[1]

Now, the German man faces a lengthy prison sentence for violating a new, stricter law on the smuggling of cultural objects. In recent years, the Greek Police (ELAS) has created a special department to deal with crimes related to cultural heritage and antiquities.[2]

Since 2008, the laws on the trade in antiquities in Greece have been tightened, with the aim of protecting the country's cultural heritage from the threat of destruction due to illegal activities. Illegal trade in antiquities is now considered a very serious crime.[3] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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References:

1. "Diduga Selundupkan Artefak Yunani Kuno, Turis Diancam 12 Tahun Penjara", www.detik.com., Muhammad Lugas Pribady, 09 Mar 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 12 Maret 2025, Link: https://travel.detik.com/travel-news/d-7814704/diduga-selundupkan-artefak-yunani-kuno-turis-diancam-12-tahun-penjara.

2. Ibid.

3. Ibid.

This Is The Reason Why There Are Not Many Skyscrapers In Europe

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Previously, the www.hukumindo.com platform has talk about "Maryam's Story, Bangkalan Resident Who Escaped the Death Penalty in KSA", "Linda Yuliana Arrested In Ethiopia, Trapped By Drug Trafficking Syndicate", you may read also "Moment of Ramadhan, Lombok Police Implement 'Sharia Tickets'" and on this occasion we will discuss about 'This Is The Reason Why There Are Not Many Skyscrapers In Europe'. Not all countries have skyscrapers, one of which is the countries in Europe. As reported by the BBC, the number of skyscrapers in Europe is only around 7 buildings that are above average in height. So, what is the reason that there are rarely tall buildings in Europe?[1]

There are several reasons why skyscrapers are difficult to build in Europe. One of them is the difficulty of regulation there because there are many cultural heritages that must be protected. For example, in the city of Rome, Italy, in the ancient city center, no building is allowed to exceed the height of the dome of St. Peter's Basilica, which is 136 meters high. Another example is in the Greek capital, Athens, where no building is allowed to block the view of the Parthenon. If you want to build a tall building, it must not exceed 12 floors.[2]

Then in the British capital, London, has a skyscraper, The Shard, which rises more than 300 meters. However, building the building was not easy because the 1938 law was designed to protect St Paul's Cathedral. The law stipulates that no building may block the view of the 111-meter-high cathedral. Furthermore, this rule also states that there are 8 protected viewpoints, across London. All of them must not block the view of the iconic cathedral.[3]

Another reason is that most countries in Europe are resisting the urge to continue building high-rise buildings. They want to maintain the history that has long inhabited the city and do not want to compete with new cities in other parts of the world that have changed the concept of their areas from old to more modern cities significantly.[4] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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References:

1. "Ternyata Ini Alasan di Eropa Jarang Ada Gedung Pencakar Langit", www.detik.com., Sekar Aqillah Indraswari, 04 Mar 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 11 Maret 2025, Link: https://www.detik.com/properti/arsitektur/d-7806210/ternyata-ini-alasan-di-eropa-jarang-ada-gedung-pencakar-langit?mtype=mpt.ctr-boxccxmpcxmp-modelB

2. Ibid.

3. Ibid.

4. Ibid.

Maryam's Story, Bangkalan Resident Who Escaped the Death Penalty in KSA

  

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Previously, the www.hukumindo.com platform has talk about "Linda Yuliana Arrested In Ethiopia, Trapped By Drug Trafficking Syndicate", "Moment of Ramadhan, Lombok Police Implement 'Sharia Tickets'", you may read also "3 Australian Citizens Blacklisted for Climbing Mount Rinjani" and on this occasion we will discuss about 'Maryam's Story, Bangkalan Resident Who Escaped the Death Penalty in KSA'.

Maryam explained that the case began when her employer appeared in an angry state, and then committed violence against her. "Because I was insulted, cursed, and my hair was pulled. I poured hot water on my employer's right shoulder and part of his face," she said. The act was reported by Yahya's younger brother, Husen Mohammad Jabar, which then resulted in Maryam being arrested and tried in the Jeddah Court.[1]

"I did nothing wrong. I did not kill my employer. But I was sentenced to death. The Saudi Arabian court was unfair to me," she later asserted. During the legal process, Maryam admitted that she felt isolated and did not know who to turn to. The only person she could communicate with was a translator appointed by the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia (KJRI). "The translator from the KJRI is from Sumenep. He is the only one who could communicate with me while I was on trial in court," said Maryam.[2]

Despite living in despair, this woman admitted that she never stopped praying. "Day and night I only pray, hopefully I will be given the blessing of life, health. I still believe that I will survive, I don't know when Allah will show it." "Alhamdulillah, I am still alive until now," she continued. Through the Indonesian Consulate General, Maryam hoped to be released by paying the fine set by the court. However, the request was never fulfilled. Maryam was finally released after serving a sentence of 15 years and seven months. Maryam should have been released earlier in 2022, if she was able to pay a fine of IDR 1.6 billion. However, because she did not have the funds, she was forced to wait. Only on November 30, 2024, a Saudi Arabian citizen paid the fine, allowing Maryam to return home. "I don't know who is willing to pay the fine requested by the Government. I am grateful, may Allah reward her with manifold rewards," she said softly.[3] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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1. "Cerita Maryam, Warga Bangkalan yang Lolos dari Hukuman Mati di Saudi", www.kompas.com., Taufiqurrahman & Glori K. Wadrianto, 4/12/2024, Diakses pada tanggal 10 Maret 2025, https://surabaya.kompas.com/read/2024/12/04/145846078/cerita-maryam-warga-bangkalan-yang-lolos-dari-hukuman-mati-di-saudi?page=1

2. Ibid.

3. Ibid.

Linda Yuliana Arrested In Ethiopia, Trapped By Drug Trafficking Syndicate

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A Majalengka resident, Linda Yuliana (28), is currently facing legal proceedings in Ethiopia after allegedly being framed for carrying narcotics. There, Linda is apparently facing the death penalty. Linda is a resident of Liangjulang Village, Kadipaten District, Majalengka. In Ethiopia, Linda has to deal with the law because she is suspected of being framed by a drug syndicate.[1]

The case began when Linda received an assignment to deliver a bag of chocolate to Laos. In Ethiopia, Linda was promised a job to melt gold. Instead of working as a gold melter, Linda was assigned to deliver chocolate to Laos. Without suspecting anything, Linda took the bag to the airport. Unfortunately, her assignment was suspected to be a trap for Linda. She was arrested at the Ethiopian airport after prohibited items were found in her bag, which she initially believed contained chocolate.[2] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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1. "Jabar Hari Ini: Hukuman Mati Mengintai Linda di Ethiopia", www.detik.com., Tim detikJabar - detikJabar, 04 Mar 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 7 Maret 2025, Link: https://www.detik.com/jabar/berita/d-7806515/jabar-hari-ini-hukuman-mati-mengintai-linda-di-ethiopia?mtype=mpt.ctr-boxccxmpcxmp-modelB

2. Ibid.

Moment of Ramadhan, Lombok Police Implement 'Sharia Tickets'

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The Islamic belief that Ramadan is the month of the Koran seems to have inspired police officers in West Nusa Tenggara (NTB) Province. The Central Lombok Regency Police Department (Polres) has begun implementing new methods of enforcing traffic laws. Central Lombok Police Chief AKBP Iwan Hidayat said he termed the method a "syariah ticket". He initiated this with the aim of providing a more humane approach to traffic violators on the road.[1]

Head of the Central Lombok Police Traffic Unit, AKP Puteh Rinaldi, explained that sharia tickets would be given to traffic violators under certain conditions. For those who claim to be able to recite the Koran properly and correctly, they will not be subject to ordinary fines. The violators were actually challenged to read verses from the Islamic holy book. "If violators can read or recite the Koran properly and correctly, then they will not be ticketed". "In contrary, we gave punishment in the form of a challenge to read verses from the holy Koran," said AKP Puteh, quoted by Republika from the official Korlantas Polri website.[2] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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1. "Momen Ramadhan, Polisi Lombok Terapkan 'Tilang Syariah' di Jalan", www.Republika.co.id., 04 Mar 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 6 Maret 2025, Link: https://khazanah.republika.co.id/berita/sskox5458/momen-ramadhan-polisi-lombok-terapkan-tilang-syariah-di-jalan

2. Ibid.

3 Australian Citizens Blacklisted for Climbing Mount Rinjani

  

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Three Australian citizens (WN) were fined IDR 6 million and blacklisted by the Mount Rinjani National Park Office (TNGR). The reason is, the 3 foreigners climbed Mount Rinjani when it was closed. Strict sanctions were given to the three climbers from Australia after they dared to climb illegally via the Sembalun climbing tourist route. In fact, Mount Rinjani is currently still in the ecosystem recovery period. "The three of them were officially blacklisted for climbing for five years and were subject to a fine of IDR 6 million for all three," said the Head of the TNGR Hall, Yarman in his official statement.[1]

Yarman explained that TNGR Hall officers initially detected the presence of three foreign climbers in Plawangan Sembalun via closed-circuit television (CCTV) recording, Sunday (2/3/2025) at around 16.30 WITA. They were determined to carry out an illegal climb via the Bawak Nao route or Kandang Sapi in the middle of the night at around 00.00 WITA. TNGR Hall officers who received the report at 14.30 WITA immediately coordinated with the team and the WCM Working Group to provide guard at the Bawak Nao exit. However, the three climbers did not descend until 23.00 WITA.[2] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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1. "3 WN Australia Mendaki Rinjani Saat Tutup Berujung Blacklist dan Denda", www.detik.com., Ahmad Viqi, Sui Suadnyana, 04 Mar 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 6 Maret 2025, Link: https://news.detik.com/berita/d-7806011/3-wn-australia-mendaki-rinjani-saat-tutup-berujung-blacklist-dan-denda

2. Ibid.

Trump Offers "Golden Card" Visas to Foreign Citizens

 

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The President of the United States, Donald Trump, is offering a "gold card" visa to wealthy foreign nationals who wish to become US citizens. The visa can be redeemed for IDR 82 billion (US$5 million). "They will be rich and successful, and they will spend a lot of money, pay a lot of taxes, and employ a lot of people. We think it will be very successful," Trump said at the White House. US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the proposed "gold card" would replace the EB-5 visa scheme that offers visas to foreign investors.[1]

What is Trump proposing? Trump did not mention at all that people who receive these visas must create jobs. "The ones who deserve it are the people with the money," he said. Despite the limited number of EB-5 visas, Trump wants his administration to sell 10 million "gold cards" to reduce the deficit. He said the visa "could be amazing, it would probably be fantastic."[2] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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1. "Trump Jual Visa 'Kartu Emas', Apa Itu?", detik.com., BBC Indonesia, 03 Mar 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 5 Maret 2025, Link: https://news.detik.com/bbc-world/d-7803729/trump-jual-visa-kartu-emas-apa-itu

2. Ibid.

Nauru Sells Golden Passport to Foreigners

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The Nauru government is offering citizenship to foreigners to raise funding because it is threatened with drowning due to rising sea levels caused by the climate crisis. The announcement was made directly by Nauru President David Adeang. The President said that the Nauru Government had opened a "golden passport" scheme for foreigners who wanted to buy citizenship of the island country in the Pacific region.[1]

Each passport is priced at 105,000 US dollars or around IDR. 1.7 billion for one person, as reported by The Guardian. In return, buyers of the Nauru passport get visa-free access to 89 countries including the UK, Ireland, United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Singapore. The proceeds from the "citizenship sale" will be used to relocate 90 percent of its citizens deeper into the island because sea levels have eroded its coast.[2]

"For Nauru, this is not just about adapting to climate change, but about securing a sustainable and prosperous future for future generations," Adeang told AFP.  He said that the "selling citizenship" strategy was not just for survival. "This is about ensuring future generations have safe, resilient and sustainable homes. We are ready for the journey ahead," said Adeang.[3] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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1. "Negaranya Terancam Tenggelam, Pemerintah Nauru Jual Kewarganegaraan ke Orang Asing", Kompas.com., Danur Lambang Pristiandaru, 01/03/2025, Diakses pada tanggal 4 Maret 2025, Link: https://lestari.kompas.com/read/2025/03/01/110000186/negaranya-terancam-tenggelam-pemerintah-nauru-jual-kewarganegaraan-ke-orang#google_vignette

2. Ibid.

3. Ibid.

The story of Yasmin, Who Became a Victim of Investment Fraud

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Yasmin said that Dwi Rahayu came with a tempting offer to invest in building a rest area in the YIA Airport area. Even though she initially refused, pressure from her wife, who was influenced by Dwi Rahayu's advances, made Yasmin finally get caught in the fraud scheme.[1]

Yasmin, who is a former teacher, also only received the remaining salary of around IDR 400 thousand instead of IDR 4 million. "I only received 10 percent of my IDR 4.5 million salary, now I only receive IDR 450 thousand," said Yasmin. Although hope was raised when the pension portion increased to IDR 750 thousand per month in January 2025, this amount is still far from enough to meet the living needs of an elderly person.[2]

The victim of Dwi Rahayu's fraud was not only Yasmin Istono. Many other retirees, including Ngatinem from Kulonprogo, experienced the same thing. Based on the data collected, more than 100 retired TNI (Indonesian National Army), Polri (National Police), teachers, civil servants and widows have become victims of the Persit (Army Wives Association) elements, with total losses reaching IDR 26.7 billion.[3] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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1. "Nestapa Ngatinem, Korban Penipuan yang Hidup Sebatang Kara di Ujung Usia", www.kompas.com., Bayu Apriliano, Glori K. Wadrianto, 02/03/2025, Diakses pada tanggal 3 Maret 2025, Link: https://regional.kompas.com/read/2025/03/02/125753978/nestapa-ngatinem-korban-penipuan-yang-hidup-sebatang-kara-di-ujung-usia?page=2.

2. Ibid.

3. Ibid.

President Prabowo Inaugurates the First Gold Bank Service in Indonesia

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Indonesia now officially has Pegadaian Gold Bank Services and Indonesian Sharia Bank, which were inaugurated directly by President Prabowo Subianto at The Gade Tower, Jakarta, on Wednesday, February 26 2025. This inauguration is a historic moment for national gold management, in line with the increase in Indonesia's gold production which has now reached 160 tons per year. "Today, approaching 80 years of our independence, we are proud that for the first time in the history of the Indonesian nation, which has the sixth largest gold reserves in the world, it will have a gold bank for the first time," said President Prabowo in his speech. This gold bank service is expected to accelerate people's gold savings, increase the country's gold reserves, and strengthen monetary stability. According to the President, this step will increase Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by IDR 245 trillion, open 1.8 million new jobs, and save the country's foreign exchange by ensuring that gold is processed and stored domestically. "We hope this will accelerate savings and increase our gold reserves," said the President.[1]

Apart from that, the presence of gold banking services will also support the gold liquidation mechanism for national banks and make domestic gold transactions easier. President Prabowo believes this policy will strengthen the national economic structure and increase Indonesia's financial independence. President Prabowo also emphasized that this inauguration was the result of hard work by various parties over many years. President Prabowo also appreciated the hard work of all parties involved in creating the first gold bank in Indonesia. “I would like to thank all the elements who have worked hard. My appreciation goes to the Coordinating Minister for the Economy, the Minister of BUMN, all directors of Himbara banks, directors of Pegadaian, Bank Syariah Indonesia and all those who have worked hard so that today we have a service ecosystem for the Pegadaian gold bank and Bank Syariah Indonesia, which is the first gold bank in our republic," said the President.[2]

With the inauguration of the Pegadaian Gold Bank and Indonesian Sharia Bank Services, Indonesia has further strengthened its position as one of the countries with the largest gold management in the world, while strengthening national economic sovereignty. Also present at the event were ambassadors from friendly countries, Red and White Cabinet Ministers, TNI Commander General Agus Subiyanto, National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo, BI Governor Perry Warjiyo, Chairman of the Board of Commissioners of the Financial Services Authority (OJK) Mahendra Siregar, President Director of PT. Pegadaian Damar Latri Setiawan, President Director of PT. Bank Syariah Indonesia Tbk. Hery Gunardi, and President Director of Bank Rakyat Indonesia Sunarso.[3] And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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1. "Presiden Prabowo Resmikan Layanan Bank Emas Pertama di Indonesia, Perkuat Kedaulatan Ekonomi", www.presidenri.go.id., 26 Februari 2025, Diakses pada tanggal 28 Februari 2025, Link: https://www.presidenri.go.id/siaran-pers/presiden-prabowo-resmikan-layanan-bank-emas-pertama-di-indonesia-perkuat-kedaulatan-ekonomi/

2. Ibid.

3. Ibid.

Indonesia Launches Sovereign Wealth Fund Named Danantara

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President Prabowo Subianto officially launched the Anagata Nusantara Power Investment Management Agency (Danantara) in a ceremony at the Jakarta Presidential Palace on Monday, February 24 2025. The launch of Danantara marks the government's strategic step in managing national investment to encourage sustainable economic growth. "Today's launch of Danantara Indonesia has a very important meaning because Danantara Indonesia is not just an investment management body but must become a national development instrument that will optimize the way we manage Indonesia's wealth," said the President. The President emphasized that Danantara is not just an investment fund, but a breakthrough in managing state assets which aims to improve people's welfare. The government, he continued, has proven its commitment to disciplined and transparent financial management.[1]

"We have proven our commitment to managing state assets with strict financial discipline and responsible governance. In the first 100 days of the government that I led, we succeeded in securing more than 300 trillion rupiah, almost 20 billion dollars in the form of state savings," said the President. The funds that have been successfully secured will be managed by Danantara and invested in various national strategic projects, including industrialization and downstreaming. The President believes that these projects will provide significant added value to the national economy. "High impact projects that will create significant added value for our nation, create real benefits, quality jobs and long-term prosperity for the Indonesian people," added the President.[2]

On this occasion, the President expressed his appreciation to all parties who played a role in realizing Danantara. He called this launch a historical milestone towards economic independence, national resilience and people's welfare. "With Daya Anagata Nusantara, which means future energy for the archipelago, future energy for Indonesia," said the President. The Head of State reminded Danantara Indonesia to be managed carefully and transparently. With this launch, the President believes that Indonesia can continue to move forward and be stronger and more united than before. “With this belief, let us move together, united in purpose, firm in determination, and confident that Indonesia's greatest achievements are still ahead of us. Brothers and sisters, believe that Indonesia will achieve its goals, we will become a developed country, a prosperous country, an honorable country," concluded the President.[3] 

As additional information, neighboring Singapore has a Souverign Wealth Fund called Temasek Holdings. Temasek has been established since 1974. As an investment agency, Temasek invests more in the form of equity. As of 2021, Temasek owns and manages a net portfolio of S$ 405 billion. And if you have any legal issue in Indonesia territory, contact us for business inquiry, feel free in 24 hour, we will be glad to assist you. 

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1. "Presiden Prabowo Resmikan Danantara, Wujud Komitmen Pengelolaan Investasi Berkelanjutan", www.ksp.go.id., 24/02/2025, Diakses pada tanggal 27 Februari 2025, Link: https://www.ksp.go.id/presiden-prabowo-resmikan-danantara-wujud-komitmen-pengelolaan-investasi-berkelanjutan.html

2. Ibid.

3. Ibid.