In 1997, Komnas HAM found that OCI had committed multiple human rights violations against child performers. The National Police reportedly opened a criminal case, but the investigation was halted in 1999 due to “lack of evidence.”

Hamid concluded by urging the government to provide full legal, psychological, and social recovery support for the victims and to regularly audit companies to ensure they comply with national human rights and labor laws. “Freedom from torture is a non-derogable right,” he said, “and this case demands serious attention from all relevant authorities. (Uki Ruknuddin)

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