Padlocked Masseuses a Problem in Indonesia

A local government in Indonesia's East Java province tried to curb prostitution - by having masseusses wear a padlock on their pants.

Let's be honest, massage parlors, at least of the type we're thinking of, are often a front for prostitution. Thus, the recently implemented policy in the tourist area of Batu. However, State Minister for Women's Empowerment Meuthia Hatta said the policy was misguided.

“It is not the right way to prevent promiscuity. It insults women as if they are the ones in the wrong,” Hatta said.

On the other hand, Hatta suggested the proper measure would have been to install CCTV to monitor masseuses and their clients.

Yeah, but I could see it being used to entertain customers in the waiting area, as well.