10 Interesting Fact About Famous historical scandals and controversies

Century Bank Scandal: Century Bank Scandal occurred in 2008 when Century Bank experienced financial difficulties and the Indonesian government provided a bailout for the bank. This scandal involved many government officials and politicians suspected of receiving bribes in the bailout process.
Murder Munir: Munir Said Talib is a human rights activist who died on flights from Jakarta to Amsterdam in 2004. This murder was allegedly related to Munir's efforts to uncover human rights violations committed by the Indonesian government.
Kudeta 1965: In 1965, General Suharto led a coup that overthrowed President Sukarno and began the New Order era in Indonesia. This coup is considered one of the most controversial events in Indonesian history.
The driver's case is unclear: This case occurred in 1998 when an unknown driver brought money worth billions of rupiah to the residence of Megawati Sukarnoputri, the son of President Sukarno. This case invites speculation and controversy because it is unclear who actually ordered the sending of the money.
Century II Scandal: Century II Scandal occurred in 2010 when the former Speaker of the Indonesian Parliament, Setya Novanto, allegedly accepted bribery to smooth the Bailout process of Century Bank. This scandal shook the world of Indonesian politics and made Setya Novanto tried and imprisoned.
BLBI Case: BLBI (Bank Indonesia Liquidity Assistance) is a bailout program launched by the Indonesian government to save banks that experience financial difficulties in 1997. However, this program is considered controversial because many banks receive BLBI funds apparently do not meet the requirements .
Hambalang Case: Hambalang case occurred in 2012 when the Sports Training Center construction project in Hambalang, Bogor, allegedly involved corruption and misappropriation of funds. This case involved many government officials and politicians and became one of the biggest scandals in Indonesian history.
Legalization of Activists 1997-1998: In 1997-1998, many human rights activists and students were kidnapped and mysteriously disappeared. This kidnapping was allegedly carried out by security forces in collaboration with certain groups to prevent the developing reform movement.
2019 Election Scandal: 2019 Elections in Indonesia are colored by many controversies and scandals related to the vote election and counting process. From the alleged fraud to the demands to sue the results of the election, the 2019 Election became an event full of drama and tension.
Jiwasraya Case: Jiwasraya is an insurance company that experienced financial problems in 2019 and must be given a bailout by the Indonesian government. However, this case became controversial when it was revealed that the company was misapproprrating funds and provided unrealistic returns to its customers.