Indonesia Police and BPOM strengthen cooperation against illegal drugs and cosmetics

The Indonesian National Police (Polri) and the National Agency of Drug and Food Control (BPOM) have announced a strengthened partnership to combat the circulation of illegal products, including unauthorized cosmetics, narcotics, and unsafe food supplies.

During a strategic meeting in Jakarta, Police Chief General Suyudi Ario Seto and BPOM Head Taruna Ikrar agreed to enhance intelligence sharing and law enforcement transparency. The collaboration aims to address the misuse of narcotics, kratom, and unregulated vape products. Additionally, the agencies will implement strict oversight of the government’s Free Nutritious Food (MBG) program, monitoring the entire supply chain from storage to distribution to ensure food safety standards.

In a separate context regarding enforcement, BPOM confirmed it is currently monitoring 25 products previously flagged to the public. The agency is summoning importers to address violations and may pursue legal action, including product seizures and the revocation of distribution permits, if administrative guidance fails to rectify the issues.