The Deputy Governor of Central Kalimantan (Kalteng), Edy Pratowo, reminded the public to be aware of various potential spreads of false news or hoaxes and hate speech ahead of the 2024 Regional Head Election (Pilkada) .

The West Sulawesi provincial government has held a coordination meeting with Forkopimda, the regional election desk team, the KPU, and Bawaslu throughout West Sulawesi, which included a declaration of neutrality for civil servants (ASN).

**Ma’ruf Amin Asks KPI to Reduce Hoax Spread Ahead of 2024 Pilkada** “KPI and KPID can provide education on the implementation and progress of the Pilkada through good, positive, and neutral broadcasts. This is important so that the public is protected from fake news (hoaxes),” stated Ma’ruf, as reported by Antara, on Tuesday. Ma’ruf also conveyed several points that need attention and follow-up from KPI and all broadcasting elements present at the event. He requested KPI to continue monitoring and supervising broadcasts by referring to the Broadcasting Code of Conduct (P3) and Broadcasting Program Standards (SPS).

“All parties must synergize well between the regional government and vertical agencies in the region, especially the TNI-Polri, to achieve safe and smooth elections,” said Bahtiar. Bahtiar also emphasized the importance of maintaining neutrality for all civil servants and encouraged public participation in monitoring the elections.

This decision is driven by his resolve to provide a fresh option, presenting a different vision and experience to the Banten community, apart from the long-standing political family in the region. Wismansyah’s tenure in Tangerang has been noted for innovation in city management and inclusive infrastructure development, creating a solid base to advance the province of Banten. In this context, he is committed to advocating for social justice, long-term development, and fair development throughout Banten. Arief expressed his preparedness to face the challenges of the Pilkada in Banten with a vision centered on positive transformation and advancement for all community members. He disclosed that his decision to run was initially unintended, but the encouragement from the community and his family made him reconsider. He stated that a meeting with Vice President Ma’ruf Amin significantly affected his decision to run. “I was asked by Ma’ruf Amin, and we had a meeting. He questioned, are you really running, Mr. Arief? If you want to run, you have to win; if you’re not sure you can win, don’t run, he said. I thought he was right. Eventually, on Monday afternoon, I decided to run,” Arief said when spoken to in the Karawaci area of Tangerang City, Sunday (23/06/2024). Arief also expressed his views on the dominant political dynasty in Banten, noting the polarization in the community related to this dominance. Nevertheless, he is confident about competing with renowned contenders in the region. “I hope to work together with the Banten community to progress together, including with the existing dynasties,” he added. Arief highlighted his readiness to cooperate with various parties for the advancement of Banten, without compromising the interests of the people. “Whatever the outcome, I hope the next leadership can deliver the best for Banten,” he concluded. With this step, Arief Rachadiono Wismansyah calls upon the people of Banten to back a shared vision in developing the region through the upcoming election.

Meanwhile, Minister of Home Affairs Tito Karnavian stated that the government must assist the KPU and Bawaslu in the regions, including utilizing emergency funds. He mentioned that besides budgeting, regions also play a role in providing facilities and infrastructure (sarpras) for the simultaneous regional elections.

The facilities in question, according to Andre, include assigning personnel to the PPK, PPS, and Panwascam secretariats, providing room facilities, logistical assistance, Trantibum, and most importantly, ensuring the neutrality of ASN .

In the meeting, Coordinating Minister Hadi Tjahjanto emphasized the importance of all Forkopimda elements and related parties in maintaining and ensuring the stability and security of the regional elections. According to him, the stability of regional security can affect national security.

“One thing to watch out for in every democratic event amid the rapid digitalization and social media is the susceptibility to the spread of hoaxes and hate speech with ethnic, religious, racial, and inter-group (SARA) nuances, which have the potential to create polarization that can divide the unity of society,” said Edy in Palangka Raya, quoted from Antara, Friday (June 21, 2024). [Read More](5625096 5625037 5624160

The meeting was led by two ministers: If you have any kind of inquiries pertaining to where and just how to utilize Doctor-patient compatibility, you can contact us at our own website. Coordinating Minister for Political, Legal, and Security Affairs Hadi Tjahjanto and Minister of Home Affairs Tito Karnavian. The coordination meeting was also attended by KPU RI Chairman Hasyim Asy’ari and all elements of Forkopimda from Kalimantan, Sulawesi, and Maluku.

Furthermore, Hadi asked for synergy from local governments in facilitating the organization of the 2024 Pilkada. Where the local government does not facilitate, the simultaneous Pilkada will certainly be disrupted. “Therefore, total synergy can ensure the successful implementation of the 2024 simultaneous Pilkada,” he said. Hadi reminded the local governments to take strategic steps, including avoiding overlaps between central and local governments.