Indonesia’s fight against the biggest corruption case is happening right now, potentially breaking all previous records in history. Involving PT Timah Tbk Mining Business License (IUP) area of the tin commodity trading system from 2015 to 2022. The matter has garnered significant media coverage and is currently the subject of public interest. In this article, I'll be exploring this specific topic with the goal of raising everyone's knowledge.
Firstly let’s talk suspects :
The boss of PT Timah, Mochtar Riza Pahlevi Tabrani, is traced to be the main perpetrator controlling the whole corruption scheme. He allowed a group of shady companies to operate on the PT Timah operational area even without licences or permits. A whopping total of 16 suspects have been arrested so far, and the latest one in the spotlight is Harvey Moeis. It is said that he is one of the masterminds to the whole scheme, facilitating illegal tin mining activities and cozying up to tin processing companies to ensure he gets a share of their earnings! Another celebrity, Helena Lim, seems to have helped funnel this cash through her company called PT Quantum Skyline Exchange ( PT QSE ), now also under the radar. Both these actors, Helena and Harvey, are celebs in Indonesia, and their fans are, in fact, not happy about this scandal. However, Harvey isn’t the last of the parties suspected of being in the case.
A mysterious figure known as “RBS” is said to be the one pulling the strings behind Harvey and the other corrupt companies. Selfishly consuming all the profits from this illegal mining business. Authorities are still looking for connections between all of these suspects and PT Timah Tbk as part of their ongoing investigation.
Next, let’s talk money :
Joke all you want but this corruption scheme isn’t one you can laugh off. It’s causing detrimental losses for the whole country. And it isn’t just about cash, the environment is taking a hit too. 183.7 trillion IDR lost ecologically, 74.4 trillion IDR from economic losses to the environment, and IDR 12.1 trillion lost on environmental rehabilitation expenses. And guess who’s dealing with all this? Yup, the government. They are in panic mode, freaking about the damage this scheme has caused.
So, long story short what’s the verdict?
The PT Timah Tbk corruption case is a wake-up call for all of us. Serving as a reminder to always act responsibly, play by the rules, and defend the moral high ground–whether or not you are well-known. This scandal also shows us just how much damage corruption can do to the environment, economy and society as a whole. Thus, let’s continue to be aware, actively participate, and confront corruption wherever we witness it. Making a difference and building a transparent future for all of us.