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Indonesia considers bug sweeps, tighter controls on spy tools after wiretap scandal

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Briefings

Following a wiretap scandal, Indonesia arrested four senior police officers, including a former chief of staff to President Prabowo Subianto. This event prompted the government to consider bug sweeps and tighter controls on spy tools. The incident occurred in late 2026, with the arrests marking a significant escalation in security measures.

Key points

• Four senior police officers were arrested following a wiretap scandal, including a former chief of staff to President Prabowo Subianto.
• The scandal triggered Indonesia's consideration of bug sweeps and stricter controls on spy tools.

Context

Indonesia is implementing enhanced security measures following a high-profile wiretap scandal that resulted in the arrest of four senior police officers, including a former chief of staff to President Prabowo Subianto.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to the specific arrest of four officers, including a former chief of staff to President Prabowo Subianto. No details on the wiretap methods, the scope of the scandal, or the specific timeline of the investigation are provided.

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