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Barnama
21-07-2025
- General
- Barnama
1,000 Indonesian Nationals, Migrant Workers Repatriated Through Programme M
JOHOR BAHRU, 21 July (Bernama) -- A total of 1,000 Indonesian nationals and migrant workers who were in immigration detention in Peninsular Malaysia have been repatriated to their home country through Programme M, a collaborative initiative between the Malaysian Immigration Department (JIM) and the Representative Office of the Republic of Indonesia in Peninsular Malaysia. Leny Marliani, consular function officer 2 at the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia (KJRI) in Johor Bahru, said this number was achieved through several phases of delivery under the programme, with an overall target of 7,200 people within two years. Meanwhile, the total number of Indonesian nationals repatriated by the Johor Bahru KJRI reached 3,456 as of today," he said in a statement today.
The Sun
09-07-2025
- General
- The Sun
24-hour KSATRIA hotline aids Malaysians and Indonesians in emergencies
JOHOR BAHRU: The Indonesian Consulate General (KJRI) in Johor Bahru has expanded its 24-hour KSATRIA hotline service to include Malaysians who need to report emergencies involving Indonesian nationals. Consul General S. Sigit Widiyanto explained that the service, which stands for 'KJRI Johor Bahru Selalu Ada Tanpa Ragu Lindungi Anda,' is designed to protect not only Indonesian migrant workers but also Malaysians with close ties to Indonesians. 'This hotline is not just for Indonesian citizens. Malaysians can also use it if they witness an Indonesian involved in an accident or emergency,' Sigit said. He added that the service is particularly useful for Malaysians with Indonesian spouses, children, or domestic helpers, as well as in cases involving the death of an Indonesian in Malaysia. Launched on April 2, 2023, KSATRIA has already registered 14,176 users and resolved over 90 per cent of the 3,676 reports received. Common issues include the Migrant Repatriation Programme 2.0 (PRM 2.0), worker welfare, and immigration matters. To improve accessibility, KJRI Johor Bahru has installed KSATRIA information boards at ferry terminals, starting with Stulang Laut on June 24. Pasir Gudang Ferry Terminal General Manager Mohd Tuah Mohd Amin praised the initiative, stating that it streamlines coordination for emergencies involving Indonesians. 'In the past, when problems occurred, we would randomly contact KJRI officers. But with the KSATRIA hotline, it's now easier, more organised, and faster to get assistance,' Mohd Tuah said. The KSATRIA hotline is available via QR code or by calling +010-5288040, operating 24/7. - Bernama
Borneo Post
26-04-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Outgoing Indonesian Consul-General in Kuching calls for continued efforts to benefit Borneo communities
The KJRI Kuching team presented a memento as a token of appreciation to their outgoing Consul General, Raden (right). – Photo by Mohd Faisal Ahmad KUCHING (April 26): Outgoing Consul-General of the Republic of Indonesia in Kuching, Raden Sigit Witjaksono, urged his future successor to build on the initiatives from his tenure, especially those focused on benefiting communities across Kalimantan, Sarawak, and the broader Borneo region. 'If possible, we hope the new Consul-General will be even better. We've already started paving the way. What we really want is for everyone in this shared region—Kalimantan, Borneo—to be able to benefit,' he said. He was speaking to reporters at Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia (KJRI), Kuching premises here on Friday (April 25), during the Dissemination of the Achievements of Indonesian Diplomacy in Sarawak 2022–2025, held alongside a farewell dinner to mark the conclusion of his official duties in Sarawak. Earlier that day, Raden paid a farewell courtesy visit to Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg at Wisma Bapa Malaysia, where he highlighted the importance of regional connectivity. 'Improved access is important to strengthen our connectivity, whether from West Kalimantan to Sarawak, or in the future, from Sarawak to East Kalimantan,' he said. He added that the development of Indonesia's new capital in East Kalimantan would make closer ties even more valuable, benefitting not just Kalimantan and Sarawak, but the wider region including Sabah and beyond. The visit was among his final official engagements before concluding his three-year term in Sarawak on April 30, 2025. When asked what key message he would relay to the Indonesian government based on his experience in Sarawak, Raden highlighted the urgency of addressing nationality issues and ensuring protection for Indonesian citizens. 'At the moment, nationality issues are quite prominent. We want to do our utmost to improve how these matters are handled,' he said. He stressed that clarity on an individual's citizenship status is crucial to ensure access to basic services. 'With clear identification of one's nationality, it becomes easier to access education and healthcare—both of which are extremely important. 'If this status is unclear, it will cause difficulties and complications in that person's life journey,' he said. Raden also praised Sarawak leaders for their positive attitude towards cooperation with Indonesia. 'I think it's been extremely positive. From the Head of State, to the Premier, ministers, even the mayors—everyone has responded warmly to cooperation with Indonesia. We hope this does not stop here.' Raden also highlighted the strong potential for collaboration between Indonesia and Malaysia across various sectors, including energy, infrastructure, education, and healthcare, which could benefit both countries.
