In the session chaired by Police Inspector General Dr. Eko Rudi Sudarto, S.I.K., M.Si., serving as the Chief Examiner, Bahar successfully defended his dissertation titled "Collaboration Between the Police and Local Government in Empowering Micro, Small, Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to Strengthen Regional Security in the Bangka Belitung Islands Province." The dissertation was supervised by Dr. Vita Mayastinasari, S.E., M.Si., acting as the Promoter.

The defense was attended by the Speaker of the DPD RI, Sultan Baktiar Najamudin; Vice Speakers of the DPD RI, Gusti Kanjeng Ratu Hemas, Yorrys Raweyai, and Tamsil Linrung. Also present were the Vice Speaker of the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR RI), Abcandra M. Akbar; members of DPD RI; and the Secretary-General of DPD RI, Mohammad Iqbal.

Bahar’s research stemmed from a paradoxical reality in the Bangka Belitung Islands Province. Despite a continuous increase in the growth of MSMEs, crime rates in the region have not shown a significant decline. According to him, this condition cannot be separated from the decline in the tin mining sector, which has traditionally been the primary economic backbone for the people of Bangka Belitung.

Utilizing a qualitative approach with case study methods and thematic analysis, Bahar conceptualized the Community-Based Empowerment Model (Model Pemberdayaan Berdaya Berbasis Masyarakat/BBM). This model positions community police officers (Bhabinkamtibmas), local government, MSME actors, and community groups as a single collaborative ecosystem to maintain regional security stability.

"Regional security cannot be viewed solely as the business of law enforcement agencies. When the community's economy weakens, spaces for social vulnerability open up. Therefore, empowering MSMEs must be part of the strategy to maintain regional stability and resilience," Bahar stated after the open defense.

He emphasized that a security approach based on community economic empowerment is becoming a new necessity amidst increasingly complex regional social and economic challenges.

"Preventive approaches must be strengthened. The state needs to be present not only when security disruptions occur, but from the very beginning by strengthening the community's economy. That is where the importance of collaboration between the police, local government, and the community lies," he continued.

Bahar’s success in earning this doctoral degree marks an important milestone in both his academic journey and his service as one of the leaders of Committee I of DPD RI. This achievement also reinforces the idea that regional security can be built through a more humanistic, participatory, and community-welfare-based approach.

"It is hoped that this dissertation will not stop merely within the academic space, but can serve as an applicable policy model for other regions in Indonesia to build social security based on community empowerment," Bahar concluded.

According to Darwati, this decision is a response to public concerns, which in recent weeks have been widely expressed regarding the difficulty in accessing health services due to changes in JKA participant status.

"Thank God, this is a decision the public has been eagerly awaiting. With the revocation of this gubernatorial regulation, the people of Aceh can now return to seeking medical treatment with greater peace of mind, without worrying about visiting hospitals or healthcare facilities," said Darwati in Banda Aceh on Tuesday (19/05/2026).

She stated that over the past few days, her office has received numerous complaints from people confused by the sudden change in their JKA membership status. She even noted that some residents who are sick or undergoing routine treatment are experiencing difficulties accessing healthcare services.

Darwati believes this issue is not merely an administrative one, but also concerns the public's basic need for adequate healthcare. Therefore, she believes that any policy that directly impacts the public must be thoroughly validated for data readiness and implementation on the ground.

She admitted that since the beginning she had continued to follow up on the issue by visiting a number of related institutions, starting from the BPKP Aceh, BPS Aceh to the BPJS Kesehatan Banda Aceh Branch to seek explanations and solutions to various public complaints.

In addition, Darwati A. Gani also discussed the impact of the health service restrictions in her meeting with the Wali Nanggroe Aceh, Malik Mahmud Al Haythar, to directly convey various community concerns regarding the JKA polemic that has developed in Aceh.

"What we found in the field is that much of the data doesn't reflect the real conditions of the community. Some residents face hardship but fall into the upper decile, thus being excluded from JKA funding. This has led to controversy within the community," he said.

Darwati also highlighted the many people who are panicking because they are worried that they will no longer be able to access health services, especially patients with chronic illnesses and the underprivileged who are highly dependent on the JKA program.

"When people are sick, they certainly don't think about decile or administration. What they think about is how to get treatment quickly. Therefore, the state must be present to provide certainty and a sense of reassurance to the public," she said.

She assessed that Mualem's move to revoke the gubernatorial regulation showed that the government was listening directly to the people's voices and moving quickly to respond to the developing problem.

"This is a form of support for the people. I appreciate the Governor's swift decision to ensure that the people of Aceh can continue to receive the health services they deserve," said Darwati.

However, Darwati requested that the government continue to address the issue of validating community socio-economic data to prevent similar issues from occurring in the future.

According to her, data improvement must be carried out carefully and involve village governments and field officials who have a better understanding of community conditions.

"Data evaluation remains crucial to ensure government assistance and programs are truly targeted. However, this process must not deprive the common people of their right to medical care," she concluded.

Dalam sidang yang dipimpin oleh Irjen Pol. Dr. Eko Rudi Sudarto., S.I.K., M.Si. selaku Ketua Penguji tersebut, Bahar berhasil mempertahankan disertasi berjudul “Kolaborasi Kepolisian dan Pemerintah Daerah dalam Pemberdayaan UMKM untuk Penguatan Keamanan Daerah di Provinsi Kepulauan Bangka Belitung”. Disertasi tersebut dibimbing oleh Dr. Vita Mayastinasari, S.E., M.Si. selaku Promotor.

Pada sidang ini turut hadir Ketua DPD RI Sultan Baktiar Najamudin, Wakil Ketua DPD RI Gusti Kanjeng Ratu Hemas, Yorrys Raweyai, dan Tamsil Linrung. Hadir pula Wakil ketua MPR RI Abcandra M. Akbar, Anggota DPD RI, serta Sekretaris Jenderal DPD RI Mohammad Iqbal.

Penelitian Bahar berangkat dari realitas paradoksal di Provinsi Kepulauan Bangka Belitung. Di tengah pertumbuhan jumlah UMKM yang terus meningkat, angka kriminalitas di daerah tersebut belum menunjukkan penurunan yang signifikan. Kondisi ini, menurutnya, tidak dapat dilepaskan dari melemahnya sektor pertambangan timah yang selama ini menjadi penopang utama ekonomi masyarakat Bangka Belitung.

Melalui pendekatan kualitatif dengan metode studi kasus dan analisis tematik, Bahar melahirkan sebuah konsep Model Pemberdayaan Berdaya Berbasis Masyarakat (BBM). Model ini menempatkan Bhabinkamtibmas, pemerintah daerah, pelaku UMKM, dan komunitas masyarakat sebagai satu ekosistem kolaboratif dalam menjaga stabilitas keamanan daerah.

“Keamanan daerah tidak bisa hanya dipandang sebagai urusan aparat penegak hukum semata. Ketika ekonomi masyarakat melemah, ruang kerawanan sosial akan terbuka. Karena itu, pemberdayaan UMKM harus menjadi bagian dari strategi menjaga stabilitas dan ketahanan daerah,” ujar Bahar usai sidang terbuka.

Ia menegaskan bahwa pendekatan keamanan berbasis pemberdayaan ekonomi masyarakat menjadi kebutuhan baru di tengah tantangan sosial dan ekonomi daerah yang semakin kompleks.

“Pendekatan preventif harus diperkuat. Negara perlu hadir bukan hanya saat terjadi gangguan keamanan, tetapi sejak awal melalui penguatan ekonomi masyarakat. Di situlah pentingnya kolaborasi antara kepolisian, pemerintah daerah, dan masyarakat,” lanjutnya.

Keberhasilan Bahar meraih gelar doktor ini menjadi tonggak penting dalam perjalanan akademik sekaligus pengabdiannya sebagai salah satu pimpinan alat kelengkapan Komite I DPD RI. Capaian tersebut juga memperkuat gagasan bahwa keamanan daerah dapat dibangun melalui pendekatan yang lebih humanis, partisipatif, dan berbasis kesejahteraan masyarakat.

“Disertasi ini diharapkan tidak berhenti pada ruang akademik semata, tetapi dapat menjadi model kebijakan yang aplikatif bagi daerah-daerah lain di Indonesia dalam membangun keamanan sosial berbasis pemberdayaan masyarakat,” tutup Bahar. **

Menurut Darwati, keputusan tersebut menjadi jawaban atas keresahan masyarakat yang dalam beberapa pekan terakhir ramai menyampaikan keluhan terkait sulitnya mengakses layanan kesehatan akibat perubahan status kepesertaan JKA.

“Alhamdulillah, ini keputusan yang sangat ditunggu masyarakat. Dengan dicabutnya Pergub ini, rakyat Aceh kini bisa kembali berobat dengan lebih tenang tanpa rasa khawatir saat datang ke rumah sakit atau fasilitas kesehatan,” kata Darwati di Banda Aceh, Selasa (19/05/2026).

Ia mengatakan selama beberapa waktu terakhir pihaknya menerima banyak pengaduan dari masyarakat yang bingung karena status kepesertaan JKA mereka berubah secara tiba-tiba. Bahkan, kata dia, ada warga yang sedang sakit maupun menjalani pengobatan rutin mengalami kendala saat ingin mendapatkan layanan kesehatan.

Darwati menilai persoalan tersebut bukan sekadar masalah administrasi, tetapi menyangkut kebutuhan dasar masyarakat untuk memperoleh pelayanan kesehatan yang layak. Karena itu, menurutnya, setiap kebijakan yang berdampak langsung terhadap rakyat harus benar-benar dipastikan kesiapan data dan pelaksanaannya di lapangan.

Ia mengaku sejak awal terus menindaklanjuti persoalan tersebut dengan mendatangi sejumlah lembaga terkait, mulai dari BPKP Aceh, BPS Aceh hingga BPJS Kesehatan Cabang Banda Aceh guna mencari penjelasan sekaligus solusi atas berbagai keluhan masyarakat.

Selain itu, Darwati A. Gani juga membahas dampak pembatasan layanan kesehatan tersebut dalam pertemuannya dengan Wali Nanggroe Aceh, Malik Mahmud Al Haythar, guna menyampaikan langsung berbagai keresahan masyarakat terkait polemik JKA yang berkembang di Aceh.

“Yang kami temukan di lapangan memang masih banyak data yang tidak sesuai dengan kondisi riil masyarakat. Ada warga yang kehidupannya susah tetapi masuk desil tinggi, sehingga tidak lagi masuk pembiayaan JKA. Ini yang kemudian memunculkan polemik di tengah masyarakat,” ujarnya.

Darwati juga menyoroti banyaknya masyarakat yang panik karena khawatir tidak lagi bisa mendapatkan layanan kesehatan, terutama pasien penyakit kronis dan warga kurang mampu yang sangat bergantung pada program JKA.

“Ketika orang sedang sakit, mereka tentu tidak berpikir soal desil atau administrasi. Yang mereka pikirkan adalah bagaimana bisa segera mendapatkan pengobatan. Karena itu negara harus hadir memberi kepastian dan rasa tenang bagi masyarakat,” katanya.

Ia menilai langkah Mualem mencabut Pergub tersebut menunjukkan pemerintah mendengar langsung suara masyarakat dan bergerak cepat merespons persoalan yang berkembang.

“Ini bentuk keberpihakan kepada rakyat. Saya mengapresiasi Pak Gubernur yang mengambil keputusan cepat demi memastikan masyarakat Aceh tetap bisa mendapatkan pelayanan kesehatan sebagaimana mestinya,” ujar Darwati.

Meski demikian, Darwati meminta persoalan validasi data sosial ekonomi masyarakat tetap menjadi perhatian serius pemerintah agar persoalan serupa tidak kembali terjadi di kemudian hari.

Menurutnya, pembenahan data harus dilakukan secara hati-hati dan melibatkan pemerintah gampong serta aparatur di lapangan yang lebih memahami kondisi masyarakat secara langsung.

“Evaluasi data tetap penting supaya bantuan dan program pemerintah benar-benar tepat sasaran. Tetapi jangan sampai proses itu justru membuat rakyat kecil kehilangan hak berobat,” tutupnya.

The man familiarly known as Bang Azran views the MBG program not merely as social assistance, but as a long-term investment to cultivate a healthy, intelligent, and productive generation. This was conveyed by Bang Azran following a recent discussion with General Dudung Abdurachman in his capacity as the Chief of Staff of the Executive Office of the President (KSP) of the Republic of Indonesia. According to him, nutritional issues such as stunting and anemia remain serious challenges that must be addressed collectively.

“The Free Nutritious Meal Program is a major investment for the nation. Developed nations build their strength starting from the quality of human resources at an early age, and Indonesia is moving in that direction,” said Bang Azran in Jakarta, Tuesday (May 19, 2026).

He explained that nutritional quality directly influences learning capabilities, productivity, and future national competitiveness. Furthermore, the MBG program is also seen as a driver for the grassroots economy, as it involves the agricultural sector, micro, small, and medium food enterprises (MSMEs), livestock, fisheries, and local logistics distribution.

Bang Azran also emphasized the importance of local government involvement in the implementation and oversight of the MBG program to ensure it runs transparently and reaches the right targets.

“The Provincial Government must be present in the implementation and oversight of the MBG from upstream to downstream to prevent any undesirable occurrences. This presidential program is highly noble for the future of the nation's children, and it must not be misused by irresponsible individuals who could disrupt its progress,” he asserted.

He also deemed that the President made the right decision in appointing General Dudung Abdurachman as the Chief of Staff of the Executive Office of the President (KSP) to assist in overseeing and ensuring that the MBG program runs effectively, with discipline, and hits the target.

“Strong oversight is vital so that the benefits of this program are truly felt by the community and align with the government's grand objectives. The President has chosen the right person; I am confident this program will run well and right on target," he added.

Amid national political dynamics and global challenges, Bang Azran called on all elements of the nation to maintain unity and foster a political atmosphere that is calm and solution-oriented.

“Politics must serve as a space to deliver solutions, not commotion. Criticism may be voiced, but it must be objective, constructive, and always prioritize the interests of the people,” he said.

Bang Azran also reminded the younger generation to remain critical, smart, and not easily divided by provocations or negative narratives in the digital space.

“I believe Indonesia has a great future. With robust human resource development, maintained political stability, and collaboration among all national elements, Indonesia can become a developed country respected by the world,” Bang Azran concluded.(*)

This was conveyed by the Sultan when receiving a visit from the Director General of the Russian Federation Atomic Agency, Rosotom, in the delegation room of the DPD RI Leadership in Senayan, Jakarta on Tuesday (13/05).

According to him, nuclear energy is a clean, efficient energy source for the future that is in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement and Indonesia's net zero emission.

"We welcome and thank the Russian government for its sincere offer of cooperation in developing nuclear energy with Indonesia," said the Sultan to Rosotom Director General Mr. Alevsy Lickchachev and his entourage.

The DPD RI, said Sultan, welcomed and strongly supported the cooperation between the Indonesian and Russian governments, including President Prabowo Subianto and President Vladimir Putin, in all areas, particularly energy. This was particularly true in the drafting of the new renewable energy bill.

"Nuclear energy is excellent for an archipelagic nation like Indonesia, but we face challenges and need time to educate the public. Nuclear energy is quite sensitive, and it's something new in Indonesia," he stressed.

In the warm meeting, Director General of Rosotom Alexsy enthusiastically explained the potential and strategy for developing nuclear power plants by Rosotom, both technically and in terms of financing schemes.

"Thank you, we are honored by your welcome and the opportunities for cooperation that we will develop. We are pleased that the Chairman of the DPD RI has frequently discussed the potential of nuclear energy with the Russian Federation Ambassador and the Rosotom representative in Indonesia," he explained.

President Putin's confidant in the nuclear energy development agenda said that his party wanted to immediately start practical nuclear power plant cooperation between Russia and Indonesia.

"We know that Indonesia has the fourth largest population in the world, so Indonesia's economic potential continues to grow, requiring large amounts of energy. Energy is like the lifeblood of the economy."

We also know that the Speaker of the DPD RI, Sultan, pays special attention to the development of green energy potential.

"We believe that Indonesia is an archipelagic nation capable of meeting its energy needs independently. Indonesia needs a stable and sovereign energy source to avoid dependence on global energy," he said.

"Our first proposal," Alexis continued, "is to place floating nuclear power plants in several regions of Indonesia. Yesterday, I conveyed this to President Prabowo, and he has already given the order to PLN. We have met with PLN."

"Therefore, we need to collaborate with the DPD RI to socialize nuclear energy to the Indonesian people," he concluded.

Pria yang akrab disapa Bang Azran itu menilai program MBG bukan sekadar bantuan sosial, tetapi investasi jangka panjang untuk menciptakan generasi yang sehat, cerdas, dan produktif. Hal itu diungkapkan Bang Azran usai berdiskusi dengan Jenderal Dudung Abdurachman sebagai Kepala Staf Kepresidenan (KSP) Republik Indonesia, beberapa waktu lalu. Menurutnya, persoalan gizi seperti stunting dan anemia masih menjadi tantangan serius yang harus ditangani bersama.

“Program Makan Bergizi Gratis adalah investasi besar bangsa. Negara maju membangun kekuatan dimulai dari kualitas SDM sejak usia dini, dan Indonesia sedang menuju ke arah itu,” ujar Bang Azran di Jakarta, Selasa (19/5/2026).

Ia menjelaskan, kualitas gizi berpengaruh langsung terhadap kemampuan belajar, produktivitas, hingga daya saing nasional di masa depan. Selain itu, program MBG juga dinilai dapat menggerakkan ekonomi rakyat karena melibatkan sektor pertanian, UMKM pangan, peternakan, perikanan, hingga distribusi logistik lokal.

Bang Azran juga menekankan pentingnya keterlibatan pemerintah daerah dalam pelaksanaan dan pengawasan program MBG agar berjalan transparan dan tepat sasaran.

“Pemprov harus hadir dalam pelaksanaan dan pengawasan MBG dari hulu hingga hilir agar tidak terjadi hal-hal yang tidak diinginkan. Program Presiden ini sangat mulia untuk masa depan anak bangsa dan jangan sampai disalahgunakan oleh oknum yang dapat menghambat jalannya program,” tegasnya.

Ia juga menilai Presiden sudah tepat menunjuk Jenderal Dudung Abdurachman sebagai Kepala Staf Kepresidenan (KSP) untuk membantu pengawasan dan memastikan program MBG berjalan efektif, disiplin, dan tepat sasaran.

“Pengawasan yang kuat sangat penting agar program ini benar-benar dirasakan manfaatnya oleh masyarakat dan berjalan sesuai tujuan besar pemerintah, Presiden sudah memilih orang yang tepat, saya yakin program ini akan berjalan dengan baik dan tepat sasaran,"tambahnya.

Di tengah dinamika politik nasional dan tantangan global, Bang Azran mengajak seluruh elemen bangsa menjaga persatuan serta menghadirkan politik yang sejuk dan penuh solusi.

“Politik harus menjadi ruang menghadirkan solusi, bukan kegaduhan. Kritik boleh disampaikan, tetapi harus objektif, konstruktif, dan tetap mengutamakan kepentingan rakyat,” katanya.

Bang Azran juga mengingatkan generasi muda agar tetap kritis, cerdas, dan tidak mudah terpecah oleh provokasi maupun narasi negatif di ruang digital.

“Saya percaya Indonesia memiliki masa depan besar. Dengan pembangunan SDM yang kuat, stabilitas politik yang terjaga, dan kolaborasi seluruh elemen bangsa, Indonesia bisa menjadi negara maju dan disegani dunia,” tutup Bang Azran.(*)

Menurut Senator Mirah, status zona merah di kawasan The Mandalika harus menjadi perhatian serius seluruh pemangku kepentingan. The Mandalika bukan hanya ikon pariwisata Nusa Tenggara Barat, tetapi juga kawasan strategis nasional yang menjadi wajah Indonesia di mata dunia. Karena itu, perlindungan kawasan ini dari ancaman karhutla harus dilakukan secara serius, terukur, dan berkelanjutan.

“Kita tidak boleh lengah. The Mandalika adalah aset nasional dengan nilai ekonomi, sosial, dan lingkungan yang sangat besar. Jika kawasan ini terdampak karhutla, dampaknya bukan hanya pada ekosistem, tetapi juga pada kepercayaan wisatawan, pelaku usaha, dan investor,” ujar Senator Mirah.

Senator Mirah menilai, risiko karhutla di The Mandalika perlu diantisipasi sejak dini karena kawasan ini memiliki posisi yang sangat strategis. KEK Mandalika memiliki luas sekitar 1.035,67 hektare, berada di wilayah selatan Lombok Tengah, dan menjadi salah satu pusat pengembangan pariwisata unggulan nasional. Selain itu, BMKG juga memprediksi 64,5 persen wilayah Indonesia berpotensi mengalami curah hujan di bawah normal pada musim kemarau 2026, sementara 57,2 persen wilayah diperkirakan mengalami musim kemarau lebih panjang dari biasanya.

“Angka-angka ini menunjukkan bahwa ancaman karhutla tidak bisa dianggap sebagai kejadian musiman biasa. Ketika musim kering lebih panjang dan aktivitas pembakaran lahan masih terjadi, maka risiko terhadap kawasan pariwisata seperti The Mandalika akan semakin besar,” tegasnya.

Ia mengapresiasi langkah Pemerintah Kabupaten Lombok Tengah melalui Dinas Pemadam Kebakaran dan Penyelamatan yang telah memperkuat pos pemadam di Kuta Mandalika, menyiapkan armada dan personel, serta meningkatkan koordinasi dengan Indonesia Tourism Development Corporation atau ITDC.

Namun demikian, Senator Mirah menegaskan bahwa penanganan karhutla tidak cukup hanya mengandalkan respons setelah kebakaran terjadi. Pencegahan harus menjadi prioritas utama, terutama melalui edukasi masyarakat, patroli wilayah rawan, serta pengawasan terhadap praktik pembukaan lahan dengan cara membakar.

“Perubahan perilaku masyarakat menjadi kunci. Praktik membuka lahan dengan cara membakar mungkin dianggap cepat dan murah, tetapi risikonya sangat besar. Api yang awalnya kecil bisa meluas, merusak lingkungan, mengganggu aktivitas masyarakat, dan mencoreng citra pariwisata daerah,” ujarnya.

Senator Mirah juga mendorong pemerintah daerah, ITDC, TNI, Polri, kelompok masyarakat, pelaku usaha pariwisata, dan desa-desa sekitar kawasan untuk membangun sistem mitigasi karhutla terpadu. Sistem tersebut perlu mencakup pemetaan titik rawan, patroli rutin, kanal pelaporan cepat, pemasangan sistem peringatan dini, penyediaan sarana pemadaman awal, serta pelatihan bagi masyarakat sekitar kawasan.

Lebih lanjut, ia menekankan bahwa upaya mitigasi karhutla juga harus dikaitkan dengan agenda pariwisata berkelanjutan. Menurutnya, keberhasilan The Mandalika sebagai destinasi kelas dunia tidak hanya ditentukan oleh infrastruktur dan event internasional, tetapi juga oleh kemampuan menjaga kualitas lingkungan dan keamanan kawasan.

“Pariwisata yang berkelanjutan hanya dapat terwujud apabila lingkungan tetap terjaga. Jangan sampai citra The Mandalika sebagai destinasi unggulan tercoreng karena kebakaran yang sebenarnya dapat dicegah,” kata Senator Mirah.

Sebagai wakil daerah di DPD RI, Senator Mirah menyatakan komitmennya untuk terus mendorong dukungan pemerintah pusat dalam penguatan sarana-prasarana penanggulangan bencana, peningkatan kapasitas sumber daya manusia, serta program edukasi masyarakat terkait pencegahan karhutla.

Ia juga mengajak masyarakat Lombok Tengah, khususnya yang berada di sekitar kawasan The Mandalika, untuk ikut menjaga hutan dan lahan dari ancaman kebakaran.

“Melindungi The Mandalika berarti menjaga masa depan pariwisata NTB, menjaga lingkungan, dan menjaga sumber penghidupan masyarakat. Ini adalah tanggung jawab kita bersama,” tutup Senator Mirah.*

Hal ini disampaikan Sultan saat menerima kunjungan Direktur Jenderal Badan Atom Federasi Russia, Rosotom, di ruang delegasi Pimpin DPD RI senayan Jakarta pada Selasa (13/05).

Menurutnya, energy nuklir merupakan sumber energy bersih yang efisien masa depan yang sesuai dengan tujuan Paris Agreement Dan Nett zero emission Indonesia.

"Kami mengucapkan Selamat datang Dan terima kasih kepada Pemerintah Russia yang sangat sungguh-sungguh menawarkan kerjasama pengembangan energy nuklir bersama Indonesia," ujar Sultan kepada Dirjend Rosotom Mr. Alevsy Lickchachev bersama rombongan.

DPD RI, kata Sultan, menyambut baik Dan sangat mendukung Kerjasama Pemerintah Indonesia Dan Russia antara President Prabowo Subianto Dan President Vladimir Putin dalam segala bidang terutama bidang energy. Terutama Dari sisi penyusunan kebijakan Rancangan Undangan-Undang (RUU) energy baru terbarukan.

"Energy Nuklir sangat bagus untuk Negara kepulauan seperti Indonesia, namun kami memiliki tantangan Dan membutuhkan waktu untuk mensosialisakan kepada masyarakat. Karena nuklir cukup sensitive Dan energy nuklir adalah sesuatu yang baru di Indonesia," tegasnya.

Dalam pertemuan yang hangat itu, Dirjend Rosotom Alexsy dengan antusias menjelaskan potensi Dan strategy pengembangan PLTN oleh Rosotom baik secara teknis Dan skema pembiayaan.

"Terima kasih, kami merasa terhormat atas sambutan Dan peluang kerjasama yang akan kita Kembangkan. Kami senang ketua DPD RI sudah sering berdiskusi dengan Dubes Federasi Russia Dan Perwakilan Rosotom di Indonesia tentang potensi energy nuklir," terangnya.

Orang Kepercayaan President Russia Putin dalam agenda pengembangan listrik energy nuklir itu mengatakan pihaknya ingin segera memulai kerjasama PLTN secara praktis Dan antara Russia Dan Indonesia.

"Kami mengetahui bahwa Jumlah penduduk Indonesia adalah terbesar ke 4 dunia, sehingga potensi Ekonomi Indonesia terus berkembang, tentunya membutuhkan energi dalam jumlah besar. Karena Energy seperti Darah dalam ekonomi,"

Kami juga mengetahui bahwa Pak ketua DPD RI Sultan memberikan perhatian khusus pada pengembangan potensi energy hijau.

"Kami percaya Indonesia adalah Negara kepulauan yang mampu memenuhi energy secara Mandiri. Indonesia membutuhkan sumber energy yang stabil Dan berdaulat agar tidak bergantung pada energy Dunia," ujarnya.

Usulan kami, lanjut Alexis, pertama adalah menempatkan PLTN terapung di beberapa wilayah Indonesia. Kemarin saya sampaikan Hal ini kepada President Prabowo Dan beliau sdh memberikan perintah kepada PLN. Kami telah bertemu PLN

"Oleh Karena itu Kami perlu bekerjasama dengan DPD RI untuk mensosialisakan energy nuklir kepada masyarakat Indonesia," tutupnya.

During the meeting, Yorrys, accompanied by Filep Wafma, Lis Tabuni, and Andi Sofyan Hasdam, conveyed the latest developments regarding the living conditions of communities across the Land of Papua.

Yorrys urged immediate action, stating that thousands of residents have fled their homes and lost hope.

“As a result of the alarming security situation, people no longer feel safe or comfortable earning a living, while children are gripped by fear in carrying out the teaching and learning process,” Yorrys explained.

He added that in several regions, particularly in the highlands, armed clashes between the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI), the National Police (Polri), and Armed Criminal Groups (KKB) have severely disrupted the social fabric of local communities.

He stressed that thousands displaced still lack government support, risking new social problems.

Meanwhile, Filep Wafma also expressed concern over growing public opposition to National Strategic Projects (PSN) in the Land of Papua.

According to him, the government must take a clear and firm stance in responding to the public’s rejection of these projects, especially since much of the resistance stems from the involvement of security forces, which are perceived to have used violence against local residents.

“National Strategic Projects are meant to bring benefits to the people, not create unrest. Therefore, the Government must address these public concerns so that people feel heard and cared for,” Filep stressed.

Filep further emphasized the importance of the government formulating and publicly releasing a roadmap for resolving security issues in the Land of Papua.

He stated that such a roadmap would serve as a guideline for all stakeholders concerned with building a peaceful future for Papua. Concluding the meeting, Yorrys expressed appreciation for the Coordinating Minister for Political and Security Affairs' willingness to receive and listen to the aspirations conveyed by DPD RI members.

The Chair of the MPR for Papua Affairs also expressed hope that the Coordinating Ministry for Political and Security Affairs would take the lead in formulating comprehensive solutions to address the security challenges in the Land of Papua.

The working visit was conducted as part of the inventory and oversight process regarding the implementation of Law Number 7 of 2021 on the Harmonization of Tax Regulations (HPP). The meeting was attended by Head of DJP South Jakarta I Regional Office Arif Mahmudin Zuhri, Head of DJP South Jakarta II Regional Office Dr. Imam Arifin, and Head of DJBC Jakarta Regional Office Hendri Harnadi, along with their respective teams.

During the forum, Fahira Idris highlighted several strategic issues related to the implementation of the HPP Law, including the integration of the National Identity Number (NIK) into the Taxpayer Identification Number (NPWP), the impact of the VAT rate increase on the middle class, supervision of turnover-splitting practices among digital MSMEs (UMKM), and readiness for the implementation of carbon tax policies. According to her, tax reform must be accompanied by administrative simplicity and legal certainty to avoid burdening the public and business actors.

“Tax policies must be able to strengthen state revenue while at the same time preserving room for economic growth for the public and MSMEs,” Fahira Idris stated.

During the meeting, the South Jakarta Regional Offices of the Directorate General of Taxes reported 2025 tax revenue realization amounting to Rp110.7 trillion for South Jakarta I and Rp82.7 trillion for South Jakarta II. Meanwhile, the Jakarta Regional Office of the Directorate General of Customs and Excise reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening customs and excise supervision, including efforts to control illegal goods and digital cross-border trade activities.

The results of the working visit will serve as material for DPD RI’s oversight recommendations in promoting a more effective, transparent, and accountable tax governance system to support national development and public welfare.

During the meeting, Darwati highlighted the continued denial of healthcare services to residents, despite the government's previous assurances that residents could still access services during the decile change objection period.

"After the gubernatorial regulation was enacted, the government stated that during the objection period, all Acehnese seeking healthcare services would not be turned away. But in reality, it's not that easy; many cases of denial occur at hospitals," said Darwati.

He admitted that he continues to receive reports of cancer patients seeking treatment outside the region but are hampered by their BPJS membership status. He said this situation is very concerning, as cancer is a catastrophic disease with high treatment costs.

Darwati also questioned the mechanism for changing deciles, which requires a waiting period of up to three months. She argued that sick people cannot afford to wait that long to receive healthcare.

"Before the decile change process is complete, what about people who need immediate medical treatment and healthcare services?" he asked.

Responding to this, Mahyuddin, Head of the BPJS Kesehatan in Banda Aceh, explained that the previous Gubernatorial Regulation only used population data verification or civil registration data as the basis for membership. However, Gubernatorial Regulation No. 2 of 2026 changed this mechanism to be based on economic decile.

"In the latest scheme, covered participants are limited to deciles 1–5, deciles 6–7, and deciles 8 and above, with the catastrophic illness category," Mahyuddin said.

These catastrophic diseases include heart disease, stroke, cancer, hemodialysis, leukemia, mental disorders, and disability.

He explained that the main problem arises when people want to seek medical treatment but their decile status does not match, so their membership card is automatically inactive and they are not covered by the service guarantee.

"As a solution, people can process their decile changes, a process that takes around three months, while registering for independent BPJS," he explained.

Another option is for local governments to record data on people undergoing the decile change process and temporarily pay their contributions to BPJS so that their health services remain guaranteed.

BPJS also explained that data on deceased participants is updated monthly based on reports from health facilities. However, challenges remain when individuals die in villages but are not reported, resulting in their membership status remaining active.

Closing the meeting, Darwati expressed her hope that the Aceh government would immediately ensure that residents undergoing the waiting period for decile changes would continue to receive healthcare services. She stated that temporary funding could be allocated through the Revised Regional Budget (APBA) or through CSR funding.*

This activity involved various election stakeholders in the Special Region of Yogyakarta, including the Indonesian Women's Political Caucus (KPPI) of DIY and regencies/cities throughout DIY, the General Election Commission of DIY and regencies/cities throughout DIY, the General Election Supervisory Body of DIY and regencies/cities throughout DIY, and the Legal Bureau of the DIY Regional Secretariat. The working meeting discussed the evaluation of the 2024 Election, preparations for the 2029 Election, the implications of Constitutional Court Decision Number 135/PUU-XXII/2024 regarding the separation of National and Regional Elections, and strengthening the quality of democracy and regional representation.

In her remarks, GKR Hemas, who is also a member of Committee I, said that the election is not just a five-yearly agenda, but rather a reflection of the nation's maturity in maintaining the people's sovereignty.

"Elections are not just a five-yearly event, but a reflection of the quality of democracy and a measure of the nation's maturity in upholding the people's sovereignty. Therefore, the evaluation of the 2024 elections must be conducted seriously, openly, and responsibly to prevent the various challenges that have arisen from recurring in future elections," said GKR Hemas.

She highlighted various challenges in the 2024 elections, ranging from the high workload of election organizers, the five-ballot box system, logistics distribution, and public fatigue due to the close timing of the election stages. According to him, these conditions are important considerations for improvements leading up to the 2029 elections.

Furthermore, GKR Hemas assessed that the separation of National and Regional Elections following the Constitutional Court's ruling was an important momentum to strengthen local democratic space.

"With the break between national and regional elections, I hope local democratic spaces can grow healthier, more substantive, and more responsive to the needs of local communities," she said.

She also emphasized the importance of strengthening regional representation and women's involvement in politics. She believes that women's participation is not just about meeting representation requirements but also part of efforts to create more inclusive public policies. "A healthy democracy must provide equal opportunities for women to participate, not only as voters but also as decision-makers and agents of social change," she added.

Meanwhile, Ahmad Shidqi, Chairperson of the Yogyakarta Special Region General Elections Commission, outlined the complexities of the 2024 elections, which are considered among the most complex in the world. He stated that the elections will involve more than 820,000 polling stations (TPS) with a total of over 203 million voters across Indonesia.

"The elections in Indonesia are very complex, very extraordinary. They are being held simultaneously on the same day and time. This is a colossal event involving millions of people," he said.

The Yogyakarta General Elections Commission (KPU) also highlighted a number of challenges, ranging from regulatory changes resulting from the Constitutional Court's ruling mid-election, high election costs, to issues of voter mobility and the public's digital political literacy.

At the forum, Mohammad Najib, Chairperson of the Yogyakarta Special Region General Elections Supervisory Agency, also provided input regarding the revision of the Election Law. He emphasized the importance of strengthening oversight authority in the digital space, monitoring campaign finances, and protecting those who report election violations.

"Regulations should not lag too far behind changing social realities, as this would render them incompatible with the current, drastically changing situation," Najib said.

In addition, the DIY Election Supervisory Agency (Bawaslu DIY) also proposed strengthening the principle of inclusivity in the implementation of elections so that women, marginalized voters, and vulnerable groups can gain better access to political participation.

The working meeting took place in an open dialogue format, featuring presentations from the Yogyakarta General Elections Commission (KPU Yogyakarta), the Yogyakarta Elections Supervisory Agency (Bawaslu Yogyakarta), and the aspirations of the Yogyakarta-wide Indonesian Women's Political Caucus. The input from these various parties will inform The House of Regional Representatives of the Republic of Indonesia (DPD RI)'s recommendations for refining election regulations toward a more democratic, effective, inclusive, and responsive 2029 election.*

In her presentation, Ade Yuliasih emphasized that the younger generation plays a crucial role in maintaining national unity amidst technological advancements and the rapid flow of digital information. Through Civic Leadership, the younger generation is expected to be oriented towards the public interest and national progress.

"The younger generation must be capable of becoming agents of change, embodying social responsibility, democracy, participation, and active contributions to their communities. Civic leadership needs to be cultivated from an early age to produce leaders who care about the nation and state."

Ade encouraged participants to develop a visionary mindset and prepare themselves for future challenges. She believes the younger generation needs to develop a mindset that is oriented toward readiness for various future possibilities.

"We must think about what will happen next, not what will happen next. By thinking 'what will happen next,' you are already preparing for future challenges and preparing yourself to face them," said Ade

On the occasion, Ade Yuliasih also emphasized the importance of combining faith, knowledge, and patriotism as the foundation of leadership for the younger generation. "When faith ignites and knowledge combines with patriotism, young people who can lead the change are born, those are young people with integrity for a dignified Indonesia," she concluded.

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The visit, which took place at the BPS Aceh office on Monday (May 11), was received directly by BPS Aceh Head Agus Andria and his staff. During the meeting, Darwati stated that many residents had complained about the change in decile status, which they deemed inconsistent with actual conditions on the ground.

According to Darwati, the issue of deciles is now a public concern because it directly relates to access to social assistance and healthcare services. She noted that a number of residents experiencing economic hardship are actually in the upper decile group.

"Many people who previously felt secure because their healthcare costs were covered by the government are now starting to worry after the policy change. Some residents are struggling but fall into the 8th to 10th deciles," said Darwati.

She said this situation has created confusion in society, especially for families experiencing economic decline but who are still considered capable in the national socio-economic data system.

Darwati also highlighted the existence of people who live in large, inherited family homes, but whose economic circumstances have changed. She believes that a community's socioeconomic condition cannot be judged solely by the appearance of their homes or the assets they own.

Responding to this, the Head of BPS Aceh Agus Andria explained that the determination of community deciles was carried out through the National Socio-Economic Single Data (DTSEN), which is an integration of Regsosek data, DTKS, and Dukcapil population data in accordance with Presidential Instruction Number 4 of 2025.

He explained that the DTSEN includes 39 assessment variables, ranging from employment, assets, household expenses, and housing conditions. "Decile 1 represents the poorest group, and decile 10 represents the wealthiest. Assessment isn't solely based on housing conditions," he said.

Agus added that the public can update data if discrepancies are found through the village or gampong operator managing the SIKS-NG application. Furthermore, data proposals and objections can also be submitted independently through the Ministry of Social Affairs' Cek Bansos application.

At the meeting's conclusion, Darwati expressed her hope that the process of updating community socioeconomic data would be more accurate so that government policies would be truly targeted. She also urged the public to actively check their own data to ensure that aid and healthcare services reach those who truly need them.*

The audience was opened by the Chairperson of the DKI Jakarta Provincial KPU, Wahyu Dinata, and took place in a constructive atmosphere. During the meeting, Achmad Azran emphasized that this activity is part of the constitutional duty of the DPD RI to absorb regional aspirations and to ensure that the election stages proceed transparently, professionally, and with integrity.

"The preparedness of election organizers must be supported by strong coordination between the central government, local government, and the election organizers themselves to create a high-quality election," Achmad Azran said.

During the audience, the DKI Jakarta Provincial KPU presented several preparations leading up to the 2029 Election, ranging from updating voter data, verifying political parties through the Political Party Information System, to the planned formulation of electoral districts and the number of regional legislative (DPRD) seats. In addition, administrative adjustments related to the nomenclature change from the Special Capital Region (DKI) of Jakarta to the Special Region of Jakarta (DKJ) were also discussed.

The DPD RI also provided several inputs regarding the strengthening of voter data digitalization, increasing the human resource capacity of election organizers, and the importance of operational infrastructure and facilities support to optimize the institutional performance of the KPU in facing the stages of the 2029 Election.

The meeting concluded with a mutual commitment to continue strengthening inter-institutional synergy to support the implementation of a democratic and high-quality 2029 Election. *

The working visit is part of the oversight agenda on the contextual implementation of Law Number 26 of 2007 concerning Spatial Planning in the Special Region of Yogyakarta. Present at the event were the Mayor of Yogyakarta, Hasto Wardoyo, along with heads of relevant agencies, namely the Head of the Yogyakarta City PUPKP Department (Public Works, Housing, and Public Spatial Planning), the Head of the Yogyakarta City Land and Spatial Planning Department (Dispertaru), the Head of the Environmental Department (DLH), and the Head of the Yogyakarta City Land Office. In addition to the bureaucracy, academics were also present, including the Rector of the Islamic University of Indonesia (UII) and representatives from the Architectural Engineering department of Gadjah Mada University (UGM), who were partnered with the Yogyakarta City Government to strengthen the technical and social studies for riverbank management.

In her remarks, GKR Hemas expressed appreciation for the Yogyakarta City Government's efforts to manage the riverbank areas through a humane approach. According to her, spatial planning in the Special Region of Yogyakarta must consider all aspects, and local wisdom must not be abandoned. Kampung Madani Terban, which was inaugurated in January 2026, serves as a model for government intervention in managing riverfront residential areas, focusing on providing Decent Housing (RLH). This area's management implements the 3M Model, which stands for Munggah (moving upward/multi-story), Mundur (moving back from the river's edge), and Madep Kali (facing the river).

"The spatial planning for this Madani area is already quite good. What matters is that the river is cleaned up first. Then, what I hope for is continuous communication with the residents. That is the most crucial part. Because we cannot use a system of evicting and displacing; rather, we must respect the fact that residents living on riverbanks require special handling through more humane methods," said GKR Hemas.

GKR Hemas also highlighted the importance of spatial planning as an integral part of Yogyakarta's identity as a city of tourism and education. According to her, spatial planning is not just about physical infrastructure, but also about building public awareness, including among newcomers and tourists, to maintain cleanliness and order in public spaces.

"As a city of tourism and education, spatial planning also involves the awareness of the public and visiting tourists to dispose of trash properly. So, we need to design spaces, not just for houses, but also spaces for waste disposal as optimal as possible," she asserted.

On the same occasion, the Mayor of Yogyakarta, Hasto Wardoyo, expressed his appreciation for the DPD RI's attention to urban management efforts. Hasto explained that the biggest challenge in managing the city of Yogyakarta is accommodating the diverse desires of the residents and changing public behavior to maintain cleanliness and order in public spaces.

"The biggest challenge is how we can organize things when residents have differing desires. Secondly, many residents utilize the river as a source of livelihood. Some raise fish, chickens, or even goats by the river. If we clean up the river, it means taking away a portion of their livelihood," Hasto explained.

Hasto emphasized that the toughest challenge is conducting social reconstruction, which means changing public behavior. According to him, physical arrangement becomes meaningless if it is not followed by a change in residents' behavior regarding environmental cleanliness. Regarding protection measures for the community, Hasto explained that the Yogyakarta City Government is carrying out land consolidation, particularly in riverbank areas such as the Code, Winongo, and Gajahwong Rivers, as well as along the railway tracks. Through land consolidation, residents who previously lacked legal status now receive kekancingan letters as official land-use permits from the Yogyakarta Sultanate.

"So, we are carrying out consolidation at each point, especially along the banks of the Code, Winongo, and Gajahwong rivers, as well as by the railway tracks. Those who previously did not have deeds now have clarity," he explained.

Hasto also conveyed the residents' satisfaction with the condition of their new housing. Compared to their previous conditions on the riverbanks, where sanitation was poor, the new housing in Kampung Madani Terban has orderly sanitation, clean rooms, as well as proper kitchen and bathroom facilities.

"It is more than enough. If you compare it to when they lived below, the sanitation was bad. Now, all sanitation is well-organized, the rooms are clean, the beds are clean, the kitchen is clean, and the bathroom is clean. That is what brings us relief," Hasto expressed. Nevertheless, Hasto also acknowledged that socio-economic challenges remain. Residents occupying the new housing still have the same jobs and incomes as before, but they must now pay utility bills for electricity and water, which they previously obtained for free from the river or wells.

"Our remaining homework is that their jobs are still the same, their incomes are still the same, but they have to pay more. For electricity, and previously their water came from the river or wells, but now they have to pay. That is a challenge we must resolve," he concluded. *

Dalam pertemuan tersebut, Yorrys bersama Anggota DPD RI Dapil Papua Barat, Filep Wafma, Anggota DPD RI Dapil Papua Tengah, Lis Tabuni, dan Anggota DPD RI Dapil Kalimantan Timur, Andi Sofyan Hasdam, menyampaikan perkembangan terkini situasi kehidupan masyarakat di Tanah Papua.

Menurutnya, kondisi keamanan yang sedang tidak stabil membuat ribuan masyarakat mengungsi dan kehilangan harapan untuk hidup di daerahnya sendiri.

“Akibat situasi keamanan yang mencekam, masyarakat kehilangan rasa aman dan nyaman untuk bekerja mencari nafkah, anak-anak pun dirundung ketakutan untuk menjalani proses belajar-mengajar”, papar Yorrys.

Yorrys menambahkan, beberapa wilayah, khususnya di pegunungan, konflik bersenjata antara aparat TNI/Polri dengan Kelompok Kriminal Bersenjata (KKB) berdampak buruk bagi tatana kehidupan masyarakat.

“Ribuan masyarakat mengungsi dari kampung halamannya, berharap kehidupan yang layak di wilayah-wilayah sekitarnya. Namun, hingga saat ini, pemerintah terkesan abai memperhatikan nasib mereka. Mereka hidup tidak terurus dan berpotensi menimbulkan persoalan sosial baru di wilayah pengungsian”, tambah Yorrys.

Sementara itu, Filep Wamafma turut menyampaikan kegelisahannya terkait dengan penolakan masyarakat terhadap Proyek Strategis Nasional (PSN) di Tanah Papua.

Menurutnya, pemerintah harus mengambil sikap yang jelas dan tegas dalam merespons penolakan masyarakat. Apalagi penolakan ini banyak dilatari oleh keterlibatan aparat keamanan yang dipersepsikan menggunakan kekerasan terhadap warga setempat.

“Proyek PSN sejatinya menghadirkan manfaat bagi masyarakat, bukan menimbulkan kegaduhan. Sebab itu, Pemerintah harus menjawab kegelisahan masyarakat tersebut agar mereka merasa didengarkan dan didipedulikan”, tegas Filep.

Filep juga menegaskan pentingnya pemerintah membuat dan memublikasikan peta jalan (road map) penyelesaian masalah keamanan di Tanah Papua.

Road map tersebut akan menjadi pedoman bagi siapapun yang berkepentingan dengan masa depan Tanah Papua yang damai.

Mengakhiri pertemuan itu, Yorrys menyampaikan apresiasi atas kesediaan Menkopolkam untuk menerima dan mendengarkan kehadiran dan aspirasi para Anggota DPD RI.

Ketua MPR for Papua itu berharap, Kemenkopolkam dapat menjadi garda terdepan dalam melahirkan solusi-solusi komprehensif bagi penyesaian persoalan keamanan di Tanah Papua.

Kunjungan kerja tersebut dilaksanakan dalam rangka inventarisasi materi pengawasan atas pelaksanaan Undang-Undang Nomor 7 Tahun 2021 tentang Harmonisasi Peraturan Perpajakan (HPP). Pertemuan dihadiri Kepala Kanwil DJP Jakarta Selatan I Arif Mahmudin Zuhri, Kepala Kanwil DJP Jakarta Selatan II Dr. Imam Arifin, serta Kepala Kanwil DJBC Jakarta Hendri Harnadi beserta jajaran.

Dalam forum tersebut, Fahira Idris menyoroti sejumlah isu strategis implementasi UU HPP, di antaranya integrasi NIK menjadi NPWP, dampak kenaikan tarif PPN terhadap masyarakat kelas menengah, pengawasan praktik pecah omzet pada UMKM digital, hingga kesiapan penerapan pajak karbon. Menurutnya, reformasi perpajakan harus diiringi dengan kemudahan administrasi dan kepastian hukum agar tidak membebani masyarakat maupun pelaku usaha.

“Kebijakan perpajakan harus mampu memperkuat penerimaan negara sekaligus menjaga ruang tumbuh ekonomi masyarakat dan UMKM,” ujar Fahira Idris.

Dalam pertemuan tersebut, Kanwil DJP Jakarta Selatan menyampaikan realisasi penerimaan pajak tahun 2025 sebesar Rp110,7 triliun untuk wilayah Jakarta Selatan I dan Rp82,7 triliun untuk Jakarta Selatan II. Sementara itu, Kanwil DJBC Jakarta menegaskan komitmennya memperkuat pengawasan kepabeanan dan cukai, termasuk pengendalian barang ilegal dan aktivitas perdagangan lintas negara berbasis digital.

Hasil kunjungan kerja ini akan menjadi bahan rekomendasi pengawasan DPD RI dalam mendorong tata kelola perpajakan yang lebih efektif, transparan, dan akuntabel guna mendukung pembangunan nasional dan kesejahteraan masyarakat.