JAKARTA: The House of Representatives has passed into law the national system of science and technology Bill, which imposes criminal charges against foreign researchers found guilty of violating visa regulations.
The legislative body took the unanimous decision to pass the Bill into law during a plenary meeting, despite mounting criticism from researchers who argue that the law may curtail academic freedom and hinder scientific development in the country.
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