According to the Cambridge dictionary, flexing is 'a way to exhibit excessive pride in one's achievements or possessions, especially in a manner likely to irritate others.' The new practice of public officials in Indonesia showing off their lavish wealth on social media has driven a stir. It is triggered by the arrest of Mario Dandy Satrio, the son of tax officer Rafael Alun Trisambodo, for assaulting a juvenile on Feb. 20. In the following days, photos and videos showcasing Mario's lavish lifestyle and his father's rumored Rp 56 billion (US$3.

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