The debate over importing used electric trains or KRL in Indonesia continues to brew. Despite objections from the Finance and Development Supervisory Agency (BPKP), the State-Owned Enterprises (SOE) Ministry is pushing for the import, citing the heavy influx of Commuter Line passengers during peak hours as an emergency. However, the Industry Ministry has rejected the idea and confirmed following the BPKP’s recommendations on imports. The two ministries have yet to discuss the matter further, and no meeting invitations from the Coordinating Ministry for Investment have been issued. Stay updated with the latest news on this issue by visiting Tempo and following the link provided.
