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International official, former Indonesian minister, arrested for investigation concerning alleged corruption involving the sale of laptops

In this story, former Gojek CEO Nadiem Makarim is under scrutiny for allegedly promoting Google's Chromebooks in procurement decisions, resulting in a reported US$120 million loss for the state.

Indonesian former minister apprehended amid investigation concerning corrupt practices related to...
Indonesian former minister apprehended amid investigation concerning corrupt practices related to the sale of laptops

International official, former Indonesian minister, arrested for investigation concerning alleged corruption involving the sale of laptops

Indonesian Tech Entrepreneur Nadiem Detained Amid Ongoing Investigation

In a surprising turn of events, Indonesian tech entrepreneur Nadiem was taken into custody by the Attorney General's Office last Thursday. The detention, which marks the start of a 20-day period, is part of an ongoing investigation related to Indonesia's digital education push from 2019 to 2022.

Nadiem was escorted by officers while wearing detention garb and handcuffs, making a striking image in the public eye. Despite the circumstances, he maintained his innocence, shouting to reporters that he did not commit any wrongdoing.

During his detention, Nadiem asserted his commitment to integrity and honesty, expressing faith that Allah and God will protect him. He also stated that these values are top priorities in his life. However, his statements did not provide any new information about the investigation or his role in it.

The third round of questioning led to Nadiem's custody, but no specific charge has been made public that led to his imprisonment in 2022. The detention is taking place at a detention centre in South Jakarta, and the investigation is ongoing.

Nadiem's statements were made in response to reporters' questions and were also about his faith in divine protection. It's worth noting that these statements were made in a context of maintaining his public image.

The statements did not offer any insights into the specific details of the investigation, but they did serve to reinforce Nadiem's stance of innocence. As the investigation continues, the public will undoubtedly be watching closely for further developments in this high-profile case.

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