The long-gestating strategy to modify the 2006 Citizenship Law has taken spotlight once again as the House of Representatives welcomed a variety of professionals and stakeholders to talk about the prospective merits and pitfalls of double citizenship, especially as it relates to the welfare of the Indonesian diaspora and national sovereignty. Speaking during a focus group conversation held by the Home on Wednesday, House Deputy Speaker Azis Syamsuddin called for a mindful, multifaceted consideration of dual citizenship, keeping in mind that it was crucial that the modification, consisted of in the 2020-2024 National Legislation Program (Prolegnas), preserved its existing “rhythm” so it could be entered law in the near future. A significant talking point in the discussion focused on the advantages– both product and otherwise– that Indonesia would gain as soon as it legally acknowledges du …
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