Central Bank Headquarters Raided in Anti-Graft Probe

Indonesian investigators raided the central bank in Jakarta linked to a probe of alleged mishandling in a CSR programme. Sources said the office of Governor Perry Warjiyo was searched. The central bank is cooperating, maintaining its programmes have strong governance. This occurred before BI's policy meeting.

Indonesian anti-graft authorities conducted a significant raid on the central bank's headquarters in Jakarta on Monday. This was connected to an ongoing investigation into alleged mishandling of a corporate social responsibility (CSR) programme, as confirmed by the central bank.

The spokesperson for the anti-graft agency confirmed the raid occurred but withheld additional details. According to sources familiar with the situation, the office of Central Bank Governor Perry Warjiyo was included in the search, although these sources chose to remain anonymous.

In response, Bank Indonesia has expressed respect for the investigation, fully committing to cooperating with the anti-graft body's inquiries. Previously, the agency disclosed it was examining CSR programmes for potential fund misuse, with Governor Warjiyo defending the governance of these programmes.

(With inputs from agencies.)