Indonesia has a wealth of natural resources. Yet few local people benefit — not least because of widespread corruption. Over the past five years, the country’s Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has stepped up efforts to address the problem. Yet KPK’s focus tends to be on field operators and public officials rather than beneficial owners and corporations. Future strategies for KPK should include attention to governance, especially around licensing, supervision, and the enforcement of laws. It must also focus more on large businesses and pursuing the proceeds of illegally obtained licenses.
