Health Ministry
KPK probes corruption allegations in 31 Indonesian regional hospitals
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Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) is investigating alleged corruption in the construction of 31 regional general hospitals (RSUD) across the country, linked to the Kolaka Timur RSUD case in Southeast Sulawesi. The probe coincides with the revelation of new suspects on November 24, 2025. The projects form part of a 2025 Health Ministry initiative.
Six medical unions joined forces on Thursday against the Health Ministry to demand a separate statute, distinct from the general framework under negotiation. They threaten indefinite actions, including a possible strike, if there are no advances. Meanwhile, other health unions have secured commitments at the negotiation table.
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