21 hours ago
10
January 26, 2025 | 06:26 pm
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Ministry of Protection of Indonesian Migrant Workers (KP2MI) strongly condemns the excessive use of force in the shooting incident by the Malaysian maritime authority, the Malaysian Maritime Strengthening Agency (APMM), against five Indonesian migrant workers (PMI). The shooting incident resulted in one fatality and several injuries.
"The Ministry of Protection of Indonesian Migrant Workers urges the Malaysian government to immediately investigate this incident and take firm action against APMM patrol officers if they are proven to have committed acts involving excessive use of force," said Deputy Minister of Protection of Indonesian Migrant Workers Christina Aryani in a press conference in response to the incident.
Previously, the non-procedural shooting incident of five PMI by APMM occurred on Friday, January 24, 2025, at 03:00 in the morning Malaysian time. The shooting incident resulted in one migrant worker dying, another in critical condition, and three people being treated in several hospitals in Selangor, Malaysia.
In this regard, KP2MI strongly condemns the alleged excessive use of force by APMM and emphasizes its commitment to continue coordinating to ensure that injured victims receive medical treatment. In addition, KP2MI also provides support to the families of the victims, including legal assistance and repatriation of bodies.
"Currently, KemenP2MI is tracing the origin of the victims so that assistance can be carried out optimally," explained Wamen Christina.
The Ministry of P2MI has coordinated with the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Police Attaché at the Indonesian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur to encourage consular access to visit the victims being treated. Furthermore, Wamen Christina also stated that she would encourage a meeting with the Malaysian government to discuss preventive measures so that similar incidents do not happen again.
The meeting will also discuss the mechanism for handling non-procedural PMI in a humane manner according to human rights (HAM) standards. Through the press conference, Wamen Christina also emphasized that the state will continue to be present to protect, pay attention to, and ensure the enforcement of human rights for Indonesian migrant workers.
Source: Antara
Editor's Choice: Indonesian Citizen Becomes Shooting Victim in Malaysia's Tanjung Rhu Waters
Click here to get the latest news updates from Tempo on Google News
Prabowo Attends India's Republic Day Parade, Escorted by Horse-Drawn Carriage
3 jam lalu
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto attended the parade celebrating the 76th Republic Day of India at Kartavya Path, New Delhi, on Sunday.
Prabowo Learns Poverty Alleviation Strategy from Indian Prime Minister
4 jam lalu
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto said that he learned a lot from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi about poverty alleviation in India.
Bali Police Arrest German Man Who Built Unauthorized Villa on Ubud Farmland
4 jam lalu
The Bali Police arrest a German man for alleged involvement in the criminal act of converting agricultural land into villas and spas in Ubud area.
Indonesian Citizen Becomes Shooting Victim in Malaysia's Tanjung Rhu Waters
6 jam lalu
Indonesian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur received information regarding a shooting incident against an Indonesian citizen in Tanjung Rhu waters, Malaysia.
Prabowo Learns from India's Free Lunch Program Experience
7 jam lalu
Indonesian President Prabowo said that he would study India's experience in implementing the free lunch program.
Amnesty International Highlights Rampant Violence, Killings by Authorities During 100 Days of Prabowo
1 hari lalu
Amnesty International Indonesia found that from October to December 2024, there were at least 17 cases of extrajudicial killings by Police and TNI.
Cheapest Asian Countries to Visit as American Travelers, Budget-Friendly Destinations
1 hari lalu
As a travel hub, there are multiple cheapest Asian countries to visit for your budget-friendly trip.
North Jakarta Man Faces 2 Years 8 Months Prison Time for Shooting Neighbor's Cat
1 hari lalu
Police have arrested a 45-year-old man, identified by his initials DD, for shooting his neighbor's pet cat with an air rifle.
Police Have Yet to Identify the Cause of Fire in Glodok Plaza
1 hari lalu
West Jakarta Police are still waiting for the Glodok Plaza fire site clearing-up process.
Indonesia, Finland Agree to Bolster Economic Cooperation
1 hari lalu
Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono had a bilateral meeting with Finland's Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen on the sidelines of the WEF 2025.
