MTI INDONESIAN – Introduction The alleged corruption case involving crude oil management and refinery products at PT Pertamina from 2018 to 2023 has become one of the biggest scandals in Indonesia’s energy sector.
The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) has named nine suspects in this case, including high-ranking officials at PT Pertamina Patra Niaga and several private sector individuals. This scandal has exposed abuses of power and corrupt practices that have caused significant financial losses to the state.
How the Case Unfolded The corruption allegations first surfaced following an internal audit and reports from various sources regarding irregularities in crude oil procurement transactions and refinery product management at Pertamina.
Discrepancies in procurement mechanisms and significant price differences triggered a deeper investigation by law enforcement authorities.
The AGO began its investigation in 2023 by scrutinizing various transactions suspected of violating good governance principles.
Initial findings revealed indications of contract manipulation in crude oil procurement, leading to substantial financial losses for the state.
Corruption Modus Operandi During the investigation, it was found that the suspects were allegedly involved in price manipulation and crude oil procurement schemes that harmed the state. Some of the methods used include:
Inflated Prices: Crude oil was purchas…
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