💨 Abstract

Indonesia's Constitutional Court has partially approved a petition by an environment campaigner, allowing a legal change to prohibit the government or companies from filing defamation complaints against individuals. The court's decision aims to protect freedom of speech and prevent arbitrary use of law. The government has expressed respect for the ruling and reiterated the importance of responsible freedom of speech. The decision is effective immediately and legally binding.

Courtesy: theprint.in

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