Jakarta — Vice Minister of Law, Eddy Hiariej, emphasized that the Central Notary Supervisory Council (Majelis Pengawas Pusat Notaris/MPPN) and the Central Notary Honorary Council (Majelis Kehormatan Notaris Pusat/MKNP) are obligated to supervise notaries to prevent money laundering and terrorism financing crimes (TPPU/TPPT). He delivered this statement during the inauguration of MPPN and MKNP members for the 2025–2028 term.
“Following Indonesia’s official admission as a full member of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) in October 2023, all legal professionals, including notaries, are required to take a more active role in preventing money laundering and terrorism financing,” Eddy stated at Graha Pengayoman, Wednesday (October 22, 2025).
Eddy underscored that notaries are not only responsible for drafting deeds but also for safeguarding the integrity of the legal system, ensuring that legal instruments are not abused for financial crimes.
“The responsibilities you bear are not simple. The MPPN and MKNP must serve as the moral compass that upholds the honor and dignity of the notarial profession,” he said.
He further explained that through the MPPN, the Ministry seeks to build a supervision system that is not only corrective but also preventive.
“The role of the MPPN is not limited to disciplinary sanctions. It also includes educating and guiding notaries to comply with FATF recommendations and the Anti–Money Laundering Law,” Eddy added.
Eddy also reminded that the supervision and guidance of notaries falls under the authority of the Minister of Law, and must continue to be carried out by the MPPN and MKNP with full responsibility.
“I expect all newly appointed members to uphold the dignity of the MPPN and MKNP as institutions that guarantee justice and legal certainty in addressing notaries who fail to uphold professional standards,” he stated.
The Vice Minister called on the newly inaugurated members to maintain integrity and independence and to utilize digital systems to strengthen transparency and accountability.
“With collaboration and commitment, I am confident that we can build a strong, professional, and globally competitive notary supervision and guidance system,” Eddy concluded.
