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The Minister Has Urged The Officials Of The Ministry Of Religious Affairs To Prioritize The Use Of Technology As A Means To Prevent Corruption

Minister of Religious Affairs Nasaruddin Umar has urged officials within the Ministry of Religious Affairs to prioritize the use of technology to streamline bureaucratic processes that complicate operations.

"I request that this become a priority in utilizing technology to simplify bureaucracy through communication via email. There is no need for individuals from the regions to travel to Jakarta for matters such as promotions. Often, they arrive only to find that the relevant officials are unavailable, forcing them to return and come back again. The costs incurred are significant. Matters related to promotions can be resolved through email, eliminating the potential for corruption," he stated during the closing of the National Working Meeting of the Ministry of Religious Affairs 2024, as reported on Sunday, December 1, 2024.

He noted that the complexity of bureaucracy contributes to the occurrence of corruption. Furthermore, he called on the Ministry's officials to put an end to the tradition of giving envelopes.

"The practices that lead to excessive fees often arise when individuals visit, whether from the east or elsewhere, and expect an envelope. Starting today, can we eliminate this envelope tradition? Do not provide leaders with what is not rightfully theirs. If it is an honorarium for a lecture, that is acceptable," Nasaruddin remarked.

He illustrated that when the head of the regional office of the Ministry of Religious Affairs visits an area, even if it is just a brief stop, they are often given an envelope or, in the worst cases, request one.

"When the regional office visits a district, even just passing through, they receive an envelope and request one. I sincerely ask the regional office heads not to burden the heads of the Department of Religious Affairs in the districts. I also urge the heads of the Department not to impose burdens on the Religious Affairs Offices. This is just small change. It is unfortunate that they have to collect money, and upon arrival, they are expected to provide for various expenses, only to be asked for an envelope again," he explained.

"We have more money than they do. Therefore, I conveyed yesterday that one should never give anything to the Minister that is not rightfully theirs. If someone offers something that is not theirs, I will certainly return it to the Corruption Eradication Commission," he concluded.

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