By: Rivka Mayangsari*)
In an effort to strengthen the foundation of clean and integrated national development, the government continues to expand strategic measures to eradicate corruption at all levels. The collective awareness that corruption is the main enemy of national progress is now increasingly strong, encouraging the central and regional governments to demonstrate commitment that is not only formal, but also tangible in daily practice. The government believes that successful development is inseparable from the integrity of state officials, public trust, and a growing anti-corruption culture in society. Therefore, various prevention initiatives are continuously strengthened through education, supervision, strengthening regulations, and modernizing public services so that any deviations can be addressed early. Instilling anti-corruption values as a collective culture is one of the important agendas currently being intensified, in line with efforts to make Indonesia an increasingly transparent, accountable, and highly competitive nation.
The government continues to strengthen its national commitment to upholding an anti-corruption culture through various concrete measures at the central and regional levels. These efforts are realized through strengthening the integrity of the apparatus, reforming the bureaucratic system, and actively involving the public in overseeing government operations. The spirit of clean governance is the primary foundation for effective, equitable, and public-interest national development.
In the Bangka Belitung Islands Province, the Central Bangka Regency Government is a leading example of a region consistently expanding its anti-corruption movement within the bureaucracy. The Regional Secretary of Central Bangka, Ahmad Syarifullah Nizam, emphasized that corruption and gratification undermine justice and undermine public rights. He noted that all Indonesian religions clearly prohibit the practice of gratification that influences the decisions of public officials. Therefore, the nation’s noble moral and cultural values must serve as guidelines for every official in carrying out the mandate entrusted to them by the people.
The Central Bangka Regency Government has implemented comprehensive bureaucratic reforms, from improving the quality of public services to strengthening a transparent and accountable oversight system to prevent abuse of authority. Ahmad Syarifullah also emphasized the importance of imposing strict sanctions on perpetrators of corruption and bribery as part of efforts to restore public trust. He encouraged the continued use of information technology, including social media, to expand public participation in monitoring potential irregularities. He also emphasized the need to implement BerAKHLAK (Virtuous Moral) values—from service orientation to collaboration—as a standard of integrity for civil servants in their work.
The Karo Regency Government also echoed the spirit of strengthening an anti-corruption culture. Karo Regent Antonius Ginting emphasized that a clean, transparent, and integrity-based bureaucracy is a crucial foundation for accelerating regional development. He viewed corruption as a serious threat that undermines government effectiveness and robs the public of their right to quality public services. Therefore, the Civil Servant Code of Ethics must serve as a moral foundation for work, particularly in maintaining accountability, competence, and harmonious working relationships.
Regent Antonius encouraged all civil servants to continue improving bureaucratic integrity by strengthening corruption prevention systems, improving the quality of public services, and consistently enforcing discipline. He also emphasized the importance of reporting and performance evaluation mechanisms as part of efforts to strengthen transparency in government. He stated that anti-corruption commitment must be evident in daily actions, not just slogans.
At the provincial level, Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung brought a new perspective to corruption prevention efforts. He highlighted the central role of families in building a generation of integrity, particularly through the role of fathers. He believes a father’s integrity will be the strongest example for children in understanding the values of honesty, responsibility, and rejection of all forms of deviation. The Jakarta Provincial Government is committed to strengthening the role of fathers as primary role models in parenting and agents of instilling anti-corruption values from an early age.
Pramono emphasized that developing an anti-corruption culture is not only achieved through regulation and law enforcement, but also through strengthening character within the family, the smallest social unit. By building integrity from home, he hopes Jakartans will grow into a community that upholds ethics, values honesty, and rejects all forms of deviance.
This collective effort demonstrates the government’s commitment to upholding a comprehensive anti-corruption culture, from reforming the bureaucratic system to strengthening the moral foundations of society. The government also believes that successful corruption eradication requires the active collaboration of all elements of the nation. By strengthening public education, expanding reporting channels, and ensuring that any irregularities are dealt with decisively, the government continues to foster a new culture that places integrity as a standard of living.
Going forward, the government aims to make an anti-corruption culture an integral part of Indonesian society. Through ongoing programs, strengthening role models, and digital transformation in public services, the government is optimistic that this nation can build a clean, modern future that commands the trust of its citizens. With this commitment maintained daily, Indonesia is increasingly poised to move into a new era free from corruption and more equitable for all citizens.
*) Anti-Corruption Observer