Indonesia: Protesters plan to gather at Graha Persib in Bandung, West Java Province, from 12:00 Aug. 9

Event

Supporters of the Viking Persib Soccer Club plan to protest at Graha Persib along Salanjana Road in Bandung from 12:00 Aug. 9. The action is to protest the club's recent performance in a soccer league. Organizers claim that around 5,000 people will participate in the action.

Authorities will likely maintain increased security protocols at the protest location and its surrounding areas through at least the evening of Aug. 9. Security forces could deploy additional personnel and erect security cordons. Localized transport and business disruptions are probable during the gathering. Clashes are possible if authorities forcibly disperse the demonstrators.

Advice

Avoid the protest location and its surrounding areas Aug. 9 due to possible clashes. If violence occurs nearby, immediately depart the area and seek shelter at a safe nongovernmental building. Plan for localized road closures and business disruptions around the site. Heed all official security and transport advisories.