Indonesia has confirmed that it will send a British woman currently on death row back to the United Kingdom, a government source said on Tuesday. The decision comes after months of diplomatic talks and a pending appeal from the UK government.
The woman, who was convicted in 2021 for smuggling 5.2 kg of heroin into Indonesia, is expected to face execution by firing squad in July if the court’s ruling is not overturned. The UK has urged Indonesia to grant a pardon and has argued that the woman could be sentenced to life imprisonment instead.
“We are finalising the logistics for her safe passage to the UK,” the source said. “The transfer will comply with all international legal standards and respect both countries’ protocols.”
The case has drawn international attention, with human‑rights groups calling for a review of Indonesia’s death‑penalty law and the fairness of the trial. Critics say the woman was denied proper legal counsel and faced a rushed sentencing.
Indonesia has said that it respects the UK’s request for clemency but will also protect its own judicial decisions. The government stressed that the woman’s repatriation will be handled in accordance with Indonesia’s laws and international guidelines.
The UK government’s Foreign Office thanked Indonesia for its cooperation and has vowed to continue to monitor the situation closely. The UK has a long‑standing policy of seeking clemency for its nationals abroad, especially in cases involving capital punishment.
As the execution date approaches, the UK and Indonesia are preparing to coordinate the transfer. Both governments hope to reach a final agreement before the scheduled punishment. The development highlights the delicate balance between national sovereignty, international human‑rights standards, and diplomatic negotiations.
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