Pros and Cons of the Position of Deputy Commander of the Military (TNI)


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Monday, November 15th, 2021 – 10:31 WIB

Jakarta, HanTer - After the appointment of TNI Staff Chief General Andhika Perkasa as the sole candidate for the TNI Commander by President Joko Widodo, which was immediately approved by the DPR. Now, the public's attention has been diverted again by the tumultuous appointment of the Deputy Commander of the Indonesian Armed Forces (Wapang) by the President. 

As if getting a new stage, political adventurers and observers of contention opened their mouths about it. The issue also points to the Chief Admiral of the TNI, Yudo Margono, who will be appointed to fill the position. Unfortunately, this was said without a deep understanding of the legal basis and understanding of the TNI's military organization. 

The statement from the former Head of the Strategic Intelligence Agency (Kabais), Soleman B Pontoh, was even twisted regarding the position of Deputy Commander of the TNI. In fact, the impact of the twisting of the statement could result in disharmony in relations with those who are reportedly reluctant to accept the position, including with the President who has reinstated the position of Deputy Commander of the TNI.

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