inp.polri.go.id - Jakarta. The Indonesian National Police (INP) reaffirmed its commitment to eradicating online gambling practices, including those involving foreign nationals (WNA). 

This follows the disclosure of an international online gambling network in West Jakarta, which arrested 321 foreign nationals.

The Head of Public Information for INP Public Relations Division, Brigadier General Trunoyudo Wisnu Andiko, stated that eradicating online gambling is a serious concern due to its significant detrimental impact on society and the national economy.

"Eradicating online gambling is a shared concern as it is highly dangerous to society, both socially and economically," said Trunoyudo on Sunday (5/10/2026).

He stated that the police do not want Indonesia to become a hub for online gambling networks or transnational cybercrime from abroad.

"We are committed to firmly enforcing the law to prevent Indonesia from becoming a hub for online gambling and international scams," he said.

He emphasized that the disclosure of cases involving hundreds of foreign nationals is part of the implementation of the President of the Republic of Indonesia's Asta Cita program to address digital and transnational crime.

"This is part of the ongoing and simultaneous implementation of law enforcement by the police in collaboration with relevant stakeholders," he explained.

Currently, the investigation and development of the perpetrators is ongoing, in collaboration with relevant agencies, including immigration and other institutions.

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