Activity

Indonesia Anti-Corruption and Commercial Courts Enhancement (IN-ACCE)

Provinces Jakarta Raya, Jawa Timur, Sulawesi Selatan, Sumatera Utara

Program Economic Growth (Financial Sector and Soundness Improves and Institutions Strengthened)

Dates December 2005 - September 2009

Project Objective

In-ACCE project is to assist the Supreme Court of the Government of Indonesia to implement its 2004 Blueprint for the development of Commercial Court and the establishment of an Anti-Corruption Court. USAID support to reform these two courts will be a critical input to improving Indonesia’s investment and business climate.

Project Component

The In-ACCE project consists of technical assistance through expatriate and local advisors, short-term technical assistance, capacity building, infrastructure and information technology support, and domestic and international training. The mix and type of assistance will be determined through a mutual agreement.

Background

Indonesia has recovered from its worst economic crisis, but its economy remains fragile. With 5.14% GDP growth for 2004, the country will not absorb the annual influx of over two million job-seekers, nor will it fuel increases in household income or drive future prosperity for those already employed. Indonesia’s economic growth has not returned to its pre-crisis levels of 6-7% per year due largely to lagging investment and export. However, Indonesia’s poor business and investment climates deter domestic and foreign business. Specifically, weak judicial institutions and enforcement mechanisms, lack of transparency, and systemic corruption deter business development and economic growth.

Project Focus

The assistance will enhance the capacity of the Commercial Court and support the establishment of a functioning Anti-Corruption Court. Specific areas of assistance include the following:

Modernizing Court Administration:

Drafting laws and amendments;
Improving public service standards, court record administration and court administration supervision system;
Enhancing participation of key supporting institutions;
Implementing a computerized information system;
Improving public access;
Developing and implementing recommendations on court financing and manpower requirements; and
Establishing mechanisms to avoid overlapping jurisdiction;
Strengthening judicial capacity through training and development of professional capabilities.

All Economic Growth activities