Indonesian VIP prison scandal exposes inequality across Southeast Asia
Luxury accommodation uncovered at an Indonesian prison has reignited concerns about preferential treatment for wealthy convicts across Southeast Asia.
DW reports: Luxury accommodation uncovered at an Indonesian prison has reignited concerns about preferential treatment for wealthy convicts across Southeast Asia.
This world story centres on Indonesia. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Southeast Asia, Indonesian VIP and Indonesian.
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