APHR Denounces Military Expansion in Indonesian Universities as a Grave Threat to Democracy and Academic Freedo
JAKARTA, April 14, 2025 — The ASEAN Parliamentarians for Human Rights (APHR) strongly opposes the introduction of mandatory state defense education (Pendidikan Bela Negara) for university students and the expansion of military involvement in civilian affairs under the revised TNI Law.
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ASEAN Parliamentarians for Human Rights (APHR)
APHR membership has grown exponentially with more than 140 members at present.
Membership includes current and former parliamentarians from across 8 countries in Southeast Asia.
A network of current and former parliamentarians who use our unique positions to advance human rights and democracy in Southeast Asia.
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“The remarkable solidarity among APHR's more than 100 MPs from across the region, and the political spectrum, provides support to its members to continue pushing for a Southeast Asia that is fair for everyone.”
Sarah Elago, Philippine MP and APHR member
ASEAN Parliamentarians for Human Rights (APHR) was founded in June 2013 with the objective of promoting democracy and human rights across Southeast Asia. Our founding members include many of the region's most progressive Members of Parliament (MPs), with a proven track record of human rights advocacy work.