An Indonesian national has been sentenced to seven years in prison by Myanmar’s military junta, sparking calls for stronger diplomatic efforts from lawmakers and the Ministry of  Foreign Affairs.

Judha Nugraha, Director for the Protection of Indonesian Citizens at the foreign ministry, said the detained individual is a 33-year-old Instagram celebrity, identified only by the initials AP. AP was arrested on December 20, 2024, and charged with illegally entering Myanmar and meeting with armed groups considered illegal by the Myanmar government.

“AP was accused of entering Myanmar illegally and later engaging with armed groups categorized as unlawful organizations,” Judha said in a written statement issued on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.

“Since the arrest, the Indonesian Embassy in Yangon has carried out various protection efforts, including issuing a diplomatic note to Myanmar authorities,” he cited.

Myanmar authorities have charged AP under the Anti-Terrorism Law, Immigration Law, and the Unlawful Associations Act. Following court proceedings, the influencer was convicted and sentenced to seven years in prison, with the ruling now final.

Despite the legal outcome, the Indonesian government continues to pursue non-litigation measures, including facilitating a clemency request from the family. The foreign ministry and the Indonesian Embassy in Yangon have also provided consular assistance during interrogations, ensured legal representation, and helped maintain communication between AP and their family.

“The foreign ministry and our embassy in Yangon will continue to monitor AP’s condition throughout their imprisonment,” Judha said. “The parents of AP have recently visited them in prison.”

The issue was raised by House of Representatives (DPR) Commission I member Abraham Sridjaja during a hearing with Foreign Minister Sugiono on June 30, 2025.

“He is accused of funding Myanmar rebels. A young person, just 33 years old − he had no intention of doing anything like that,” Abraham said. He urged the government to intensify efforts to bring AP home, either through amnesty appeals or by seeking deportation arrangements.

The case adds to ongoing diplomatic challenges amid Myanmar’s political instability, especially involving foreign nationals swept up in security crackdowns.