National Police Chief: Brimob Must Be An Example Of Discipline In Society

National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo

JAKARTA - The National Police Chief, General Listyo Sigit Prabowo, asked the Brimob Police Corps to be a role model for all members of the Bhayangkara Corps and the community for disciplinary matters.

The request was made at the opening of a technical working meeting (rakernis) of the Brimob Police in 2022, entitled 'Attitudes and Actions of Brimob Must and Only Oriented to the Interests of the Nation and State' at the Brimob Satlat, Cikeas, Bogor, West Java.

"The TNI-Polri have different disciplines from the community. However, I believe that the Brimob Police Corps has even higher discipline. I hope that the Brimob Police Corps will be an example not only to the community, but also to all members of the Police," said Sigit, Thursday, 10 March.

In addition, Sigit also asked the Mobile Brigade Corps to continue to improve performance. Moreover, the development of the strategic environment is increasingly fast and uncertain, starting from the Industrial Revolution 4.0 and Society 5.0, terrorism, the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ukrainian military invasion, the global energy and economic crisis, inflation, and so on.

"Obviously, the development of the strategic environment will affect the stability of the security and social order, thus making the challenges of the National Police's task in the future more complex," said Sigit.

Even now, the government is transforming Indonesia's economic policies. Therefore, all ranks of the National Police are asked to fully guard and support the Government's program.

"In this situation, the rapid presence of Brimob Polri troops is needed to stop conflicts and prevent further conflicts from occurring. Handling conflicts and anarchic riots must pay attention to the principles of legality, proportionality, nesesity, and accountability and uphold human rights," said Sigit.

Then, in his speech, Sigit also mentioned several international and national events that will be held in 2022. For example, the G20 Presidency series, GPDRR, COP-4 Minamata, MotoGP and WSBK Mandalika.

According to him, the Police have succeeded in securing the international events. Thus, it will increase the reputation and level of international trust in Indonesia. With the success of this activity, it will provide a multiplier effect for the Indonesian state.

"Improve the competence and ability of the personnel on duty, especially in utilizing existing facilities and infrastructure. There should not be the slightest security disturbance, especially one that can attract the attention of the world. Keep the dignity of the Indonesian nation as the host and show that Indonesia is safe to visit," said Sigit .

In addition, Sigit also asked to increase the synergy and solidity of the TNI-Polri. Then, to give confidence to the public that the TNI-Polri are present as representatives of the state in providing security and order guarantees.

"The state must not lose to intolerant groups, terrorism and others who disturb the integrity of the Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia," explained Sigit.

On the other hand, related to disaster management, Indonesia's geographical condition, which is in the ring of fire, has the potential for several natural disaster events to occur in the community. Thus, all Polri personnel are expected to be able to attend quickly in the event of a natural disaster.

"Immediately provide the best support to the community to recover from the disaster and return to carrying out activities. Prioritize saving the community through search and rescue capabilities possessed by Brimob Polri personnel with the support of the facilities and infrastructure they have," said Sigit.

In the face of these threats, the former Banten Police Chief said the role of Brimob would become increasingly important. In order to answer this challenge, the National Police have now proposed the development of the Brimob Police Corps.

According to him, there are two strategic issues that must be prepared to support the restructuring of the Brimob Police Corps. First, related to human resources. The development of this structure will be accompanied by a significant addition of the Brimob Police personnel.

"Education and training of new personnel must be carried out immediately. Newly joined personnel must immediately have the competency and discipline standards possessed by the Brimob Police Corps. Human resources must be the main capital for strengthening the Brimob Police Corps," said Sigit.

The second strategic issue is mastery of technology. The development of this structure must be accompanied by the improvement of modern facilities and infrastructure. The Police Mobile Brigade Corps must utilize the latest technology in carrying out its duties to deal with high-intensity and high-level crimes.

"The Police Mobile Brigade Corps must follow the development of this technology. In the future, the Police Mobile Brigade Corps must be able to develop technology independently," said Sigit.

On this occasion, Sigit expressed his gratitude and highest appreciation to all ranks of the Brimob Polri Corps for their dedication and loyalty in carrying out their duties and obligations, to deal with high-intensity and high-intensity security and order disturbances, including carrying out humanitarian tasks.

"In the future, the Brimob Police Corps must be more professional and loved by the community in order to provide protection, protection and service to the community, as well as in maintaining domestic security and order," said Sigit.