KJN Backs PWI's Legal Action Over Alleged Offensive Remarks Against Journalists
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KABAR 24 ■ JAKARTA — The Indonesian Journalists Association (Karya Jurnalis Nusantara/KJN) has voiced support for legal action initiated by the Indonesian Journalists Association (PWI) over alleged offensive remarks made by lawyer Hotman Paris Hutapea about journalists.
KJN Chairman Cakmet said the organization would support the legal process, arguing that journalism plays a constitutionally protected role in public oversight under Indonesia's Press Law.
"We fully support PWI's legal action to uphold the dignity of the press. Journalism is protected by law and must be respected by everyone," Cakmet said in a statement.
He added that remarks perceived as degrading journalists were inconsistent with the professional conduct expected of legal practitioners and urged media organizations to monitor the legal process.
The case emerged after PWI filed a formal complaint over the alleged remarks. Hotman Paris Hutapea had not publicly responded to KJN's statement or the legal process at the time of publication. (Jamil)

