TLDR;
The video discusses the controversy surrounding PT IMIP's airport being granted international status and then revoked, highlighting the lack of state presence and potential security risks. It raises questions about the Minister of Transportation's actions and the need for investigation, praising the Minister of Defense's swift action to address the issue. The video also touches on the broader issue of shadowy networks operating within the country and the public's reaction to these revelations.
- The IMIP airport was briefly granted international status without proper state oversight.
- The Minister of Defense intervened after discovering the lack of customs, immigration, and quarantine officials.
- Questions are raised regarding the Minister of Transportation's role in the initial decision and subsequent revocation.
- The situation highlights potential risks to national sovereignty and economic security.
Timeline of IMIP Airport's International Status [0:03]
In August 2019, IMIP Airport officially operated as a private airport class 4B owned by PT IMIP. On August 8, 2025, the Ministry of Transportation issued KM38/2025, designating IMIP Airport as a temporary international airport. From August to October 2025, the airport served international flights without state officials present. In October 2025, the Ministry of Transportation quietly revoked the international status with KM5/2025, a fact that only became public knowledge after controversy arose.
Minister of Defense's Inspection and Reaction [0:59]
In November 2025, the Minister of Defense conducted an inspection and found the airport operating without immigration, customs, or quarantine officials. Angered by this, he demanded the international status be completely revoked. From November 26-28, 2025, the Governor of Central Sulawesi confirmed the cancellation, and national media outlets covered the controversy.
Concerns and Questions Raised [1:25]
The Minister of Transportation's decision in August 2025 allowed three private airports near mining operations, including Morowali, to operate international flights. However, the revocation in October raises questions about what happened between August and October and who lobbied for the initial decision. The absence of state officials at an international airport poses significant risks, potentially enabling unchecked movement of goods and people, harming tax revenues, and threatening national economic sovereignty.
Call for Investigation and Action [3:59]
The situation calls for a thorough investigation into the Minister of Transportation's actions. The pattern of policies being enacted without state oversight, benefiting certain groups, must be addressed. The Minister of Defense's swift response in uncovering these issues at airports, ports, and logistics chains reveals a larger network operating in the shadows. The public's scrutiny of these facts is often met with resistance from certain groups, despite the clear evidence. IMIP represents an anomaly in national sovereignty, and the Minister of Defense's actions to cancel, regulate, and oversee such operations are crucial for upholding the country's integrity.
