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THE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Kemlu) officially handed over the Troubled Indonesian Migrant Worker (PMIB) named SBB to his family in Jember, East Java. SBB is a PMI who was previously the main suspect in a murder and was threatened with the death penalty by the Saudi Arabian Court in the Riyadh region.
“Since first receiving information about the case in September 2023, the Indonesian Embassy in Riyadh has coordinated with the Police, the Prosecutor’s Office, and the Court at the first level. Internally, the Indonesian Embassy in Riyadh has formed an Advocacy Team consisting of diplomats, lawyers, and translators to conduct legal reviews, collect evidence, prepare defense notes, and provide trial assistance,” said the ministry’s official statement, Thursday (12/9).
In the period of eleven months, the Team has attended 23 trials, 11 visits to prison, 10 communications with the family, including two visits to the SBB family home in Jember, and three diplomatic correspondences.
Through a series of trials, the First Court Judge acquitted Ms. SBB of the death penalty on March 24, 2024. The verdict was then upheld by the Appeal Court Judge on May 7, 2024. SBB was found guilty of inconsistent statements with a one-year sentence.
“After completing the trial, the Indonesian Embassy in Riyadh, through coordination with Immigration, has repatriated the person concerned on September 8, 2024 to his homeland and officially handed him over to his family on September 11,” the statement added.
SBB is a migrant worker who entered Saudi Arabia illegally in 2022 through a broker with a visiting visa sponsored by a Saudi Arabian citizen and was employed as a household assistant.
Throughout 2024 (as of July 2024), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has freed 25 Indonesian citizens from the threat of the death penalty (pure acquittal or reduced prison sentences) the majority of whom are in Malaysia, up from the previous year of 19 Indonesian citizens. Currently, the Indonesian government is handling 155 Indonesian citizens threatened with the death penalty.
In 2024, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has also stipulated Decree of the Minister of Foreign Affairs Number 42/B/PK/04/2024/01 of 2024 concerning Guidelines for Assistance for Indonesian Citizens Facing the Threat of the Death Penalty Abroad. (I-2)
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Breaking Free: Ministry of Foreign Affairs Saves Indonesian Migrant Worker from Death Penalty in Saudi Arabia
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Kemlu) has successfully saved an Indonesian migrant worker, SBB, from the death penalty in Saudi Arabia, following a long and intense legal battle. SBB, a native of Jember, East Java, was accused of murder and faced the death penalty in the Riyadh region. After 11 months of tireless efforts, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, with the help of the Indonesian Embassy in Riyadh, finally secured SBB’s release and return to his home country.
The Journey to Freedom
SBB’s ordeal began in 2022 when he entered Saudi Arabia illegally through a broker with a visiting visa sponsored by a Saudi Arabian citizen. He worked as a household assistant, but his life took a drastic turn when he was accused of murder and became the main suspect in the case. The Saudi Arabian Court threatened him with the death penalty, leaving his family and the Indonesian government in a state of panic.
Upon receiving information about the case in September 2023, the Indonesian Embassy in Riyadh swiftly sprang into action. They formed an Advocacy Team comprising diplomats, lawyers, and translators to review the legal aspects of the case, collect evidence, prepare defense notes, and provide trial assistance. Over the next 11 months, the team attended 23 trials, 11 prison visits, 10 communications with the family, and three diplomatic correspondences.
The Turning Point
The Advocacy Team’s diligent efforts finally paid off when the First Court Judge acquitted SBB of the death penalty on March 24, 2024. The verdict was later upheld by the Appeal Court Judge on May 7, 2024, reducing SBB’s sentence to one year for making inconsistent statements.
Home at Last
After completing the trial, the Indonesian Embassy in Riyadh coordinated with Immigration to repatriate SBB to Indonesia on September 8, 2024. On September 11, 2024, SBB was officially handed over to his overjoyed family in Jember, East Java.
A Shining Example of Humanitarian Efforts
The successful release of SBB is a testament to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ unwavering commitment to protecting Indonesian citizens abroad. As of July 2024, the Ministry has freed 25 Indonesian citizens from the threat of the death penalty, highlighting the importance of diplomatic efforts in safeguarding human lives.
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– How did the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs help save SBB from the death penalty in Saudi Arabia?
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Saves Indonesian Citizen from Death Penalty in Saudi Arabia
The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has successfully secured the release of an Indonesian migrant worker, SBB, who was facing the death penalty in Saudi Arabia. SBB, a migrant worker from Jember, East Java, was accused of murder and faced the death penalty in the Riyadh region.
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The Indonesian Embassy’s Advocacy Team
The Indonesian Embassy in Riyadh played a crucial role in securing SBB’s release. They formed an Advocacy Team consisting of diplomats, lawyers, and translators who worked tirelessly to conduct legal reviews, collect evidence, prepare defense notes, and provide trial assistance. The team attended 23 trials, 11 visits to prison, and 10 communications with SBB’s family, including two visits to their home in Jember.
The Trial Process
The trial process was long and arduous, but the Indonesian Embassy’s Advocacy Team persisted. After eleven months of trial, the First Court Judge acquitted SBB of the death penalty on March 24, 2024. The verdict was then upheld by the Appeal Court Judge on May 7, 2024. SBB was found guilty of inconsistent statements and was sentenced to one year in prison.
Repatriation and Release
After completing the trial, the Indonesian Embassy in Riyadh coordinated with Immigration to repatriate SBB to his homeland. He was officially handed over to his family on September 11, 2024.
SBB’s Journey to Saudi Arabia
SBB’s journey to Saudi Arabia began in 2022 when he entered the country illegally through a broker with a visiting visa sponsored by a Saudi Arabian citizen. He was employed as a household assistant, but his dream of a better life soon turned into a nightmare when he was accused of murder and faced the death penalty.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Efforts
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has been working tirelessly to protect Indonesian citizens facing the death penalty abroad. In 2024, the ministry has freed 25 Indonesian citizens from the threat of the death penalty, with the majority of them being in Malaysia. This is an increase from the previous year, where 19 Indonesian citizens were freed.
Guidelines for Assistance
To ensure that Indonesian citizens receive the necessary assistance, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has stipulated Decree of the Minister of Foreign Affairs Number 42/B/PK/04/2024/01 of 2024 concerning Guidelines for Assistance for Indonesian Citizens Facing the Threat of the Death Penalty Abroad.
Conclusion
The successful release of SBB is a testament to the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ commitment to protecting its citizens abroad. The embassy’s Advocacy Team worked tirelessly to ensure that SBB received fair treatment and was able to return to his family. This case highlights the importance of diplomatic efforts in protecting Indonesian citizens and ensuring their safe return home.
Keyword Tags: Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Indonesian Citizen, Death Penalty, Saudi Arabia, Migrant Worker, Advocacy Team, Trial Process, Repatriation, Release.
