Indonesia arrests 170 foreigners in immigration sweep


JAKARTA: (Bernama-Xinhua) The Indonesian government has arrested 170 foreigners from 27 countries during immigration operations conducted from May 14 to May 16 across Greater Jakarta, covering Jakarta, Depok, Tangerang, and Bekasi, the Ministry of Immigration and Corrections said on Friday (May 16), reported Xinhua.

The foreigners are suspected of violating Indonesia's Immigration Law. They could face up to five years in prison plus fines.

The operation targeted apartments, cafes and shopping centres, marking the third major sweep this year, following similar actions in Bali, North Maluku, and the industrial zones of Morowali and Tobelo. - Bernama-Xinhua

 

 

 

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Aseanplus News

South Korea reports first African swine fever case in two months; authorities cull thousands of pigs
As China’s US exports plunge in 2025, Beijing banks on diversification for 2026 growth
No talks with Umno on 'grand collaboration' yet, says Bersatu's Muhyiddin
Coach Wan Wah fuels Japanese rise but Aaron-Wooi Yik out to halt the surge
Jun Hao eyes reset in Jakarta after Indian Open setback
Massive fire kills 6 in Karachi, destroys shopping centre
Registered births in Hong Kong hit record low in 2025, ending two-year uptick
China offers leniency if cronies of accused Cambodian scam boss surrender
12-year-old boy bitten by shark at Sydney Harbour beach
Value of Laos-Vietnam trade soars to almost US$3bil; Lao govt hoping for more business with neighbours in 2026

Others Also Read