"We have monitored all steps that the TNI (had taken) since the onset of the pandemic in Indonesia, and so far, the results have been very positive and satisfying," member of the House' Committee I Christina Aryani noted in a written statement received here on Tuesday.
The actions ranged from enforcing health protocols and overseeing the distribution of basic necessities along with regional governments to vaccination activities.
"Effectiveness of the TNI's work is very helpful for the public in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic situation," she affirmed.
The Indonesian military's active participation had also been well-received by the people, as was demonstrated in the level of public satisfaction with the TNI's efforts that had reached up to 95.5 percent. This figure is better than several other state agencies, she remarked.
Public surveys indicated a very high level of satisfaction pertaining to the military's performance in controlling the pandemic in each region.
"All of this should be lauded and will certainly be a special gift for the TNI on its 76th anniversary," Aryani remarked.
On its 76th anniversary, the parliament member expects that the National Defense Force would become more mature and demonstrate its true identity as a professional, superior, modern, transparent, ever-ready apparatus that is responsive to new dynamics and challenges ahead.
The dynamics of the defense sector must, of course, be a cause for concern for the TNI, including preparing to face the dynamics of maritime sovereignty, disturbances by armed groups, cyber war threats, arms race, and current geopolitical conditions.
"We are optimistic that the TNI would further improve its discipline and loyalty to the soldier's oath, including avoiding conflicts between themselves and with members of the police force," he remarked.
Furthermore, they should intensify relations with the public and suppress conflicts between elements of society as much as possible.
"We, at Committee I of the House of Representatives, remain committed to continuing to strive to improve the welfare of soldiers in line with economic growth and improvement in the country's financial balance," she added.
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Translator: Syaiful Hakim, Mecca Yumna
Editor: Sri Haryati
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