INDONESIAUPDATES.COM, News En – In a recent statement, President Prabowo Subianto expressed his plan to increase the salaries of judges in Indonesia as part of a broader effort to improve the welfare of judges and ensure fair and just legal enforcement. Speaking during the National Education Day (Hardiknas) commemoration at SDN Cimahpar 5 in Bogor City, West Java, on Friday, May 2, 2025, Prabowo emphasized that raising judges’ salaries would prevent corruption and bribery within the judiciary system.

“I am planning how to increase the salaries of our judges,” Prabowo said, explaining that the goal was to ensure judges are not vulnerable to bribes and that the law is enforced impartially. “So that our judges cannot be bribed, cannot be bought, so that the law can be enforced properly,” he added.

This initiative is part of a larger package of policies aimed at improving the welfare of Indonesian citizens, state civil servants (ASN), and teachers. “We will implement many policies to improve the welfare of our people, our ASN, and our teachers,” Prabowo continued. He also urged government officials to prioritize the public interest, stressing that the state-funded budget should be used for public services and not misappropriated.

A Bold Move to Strengthen Judicial Integrity

Prabowo’s plan to raise judges’ salaries is not just a response to corruption but also a step toward improving the quality of justice in Indonesia. By ensuring judges are well-compensated, the government aims to create a more professional and honorable judicial system.

The cost of raising the salaries of all judges in Indonesia is estimated at Rp12 trillion. This figure is seen as achievable through the efficiency policies that Prabowo’s administration is currently implementing. “We are capable. It might take 12 trillion and not up to 23 trillion,” Prabowo noted in a special interview with Retno Pinasti, Editor-in-Chief of Liputan6 SCTV.

Efficiency to Fund the Salary Increase

Prabowo identified official travel savings as one of the key areas for generating the funds needed for the salary increase. He emphasized that reducing unnecessary overseas travel would free up significant resources, which could then be redirected to raise salaries for judges and other essential public servants.

Official travel could significantly increase salaries for all of Indonesia,” Prabowo stated. “Later, I will be scolded too, ‘why are only judges getting a significant increase? What about us?’ Yes, but judges first, maybe,” he joked.

Prabowo’s decision to prioritize judges reflects his belief in the importance of an independent and uncorrupted judiciary. “Our judges must be made so honorable and so confident that they cannot be bribed,” he affirmed.

Improving Judges’ Welfare Beyond Salaries

Beyond salary increases, President Prabowo also highlighted the need for adequate housing for judges. Providing decent official residences would ensure that judges can focus entirely on their responsibilities, without the distraction of housing issues. “Judges must have a proper official residence,” Prabowo concluded, emphasizing the importance of supporting judges in their noble duties.

This comprehensive approach to improving the judicial system and public service marks a significant step toward building a more equitable and just society in Indonesia.

FAQ: President Prabowo’s Plan to Raise Judges’ Salaries and Improve Welfare

1. Why does President Prabowo want to increase judges’ salaries?
President Prabowo plans to increase judges’ salaries to ensure they are not susceptible to bribery or corruption. By raising their salaries, he aims to promote fair and impartial law enforcement in Indonesia.

2. How much will it cost to raise the salaries of all judges in Indonesia?
The cost to raise the salaries of all judges in Indonesia is estimated to be around Rp12 trillion. This will be funded through efficiency policies, particularly savings from reducing official travel expenses.

3. How will the salary increase be funded?
The salary increase will be funded through efficiency measures implemented by the government. One of the primary sources of savings will be reducing unnecessary overseas travel, which will redirect those funds to salary increases for judges and other public servants.

4. What is the purpose of raising judges’ salaries?
The primary goal of raising judges’ salaries is to improve the integrity of the judiciary system, ensuring judges are not influenced by bribes and that justice is served impartially. It is part of a broader initiative to improve public service and strengthen judicial professionalism.

5. Will other public servants’ salaries also be increased?
While the primary focus of President Prabowo’s plan is on judges, he has also expressed a commitment to improving the welfare of other public servants, including state civil servants (ASN) and teachers, through similar policies.

6. How does this salary increase relate to judicial integrity?
Raising judges’ salaries is expected to make the profession more honorable and ensure that judges are confident in their decisions, free from external pressures such as bribery. This is seen as essential to improving the quality of justice in Indonesia.

7. What other measures are being taken to improve judges’ welfare?
In addition to salary increases, President Prabowo has proposed providing judges with decent official housing. This will ensure that judges have a stable living environment, allowing them to focus entirely on their duties without housing concerns.

8. How does President Prabowo plan to reduce corruption among government officials?
Prabowo has emphasized the need for government officials and bureaucrats to serve the public with integrity. He warned that the budget allocated for public services should not be misappropriated or corrupted, urging officials to prioritize the welfare of the people.

9. What is President Prabowo’s long-term goal with these policies?
Prabowo’s long-term goal is to improve the overall welfare of the Indonesian people, strengthen public institutions, and promote a fair and just legal system. By enhancing judicial integrity and improving public service, the government aims to foster a more equitable society.

10. Will this salary increase apply to judges in all regions of Indonesia?
Yes, the plan is to increase the salaries of judges across the country, ensuring that all judges, regardless of their location, are well-compensated and able to carry out their duties without external pressures.

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