Indonesia: Activists plan to demonstrate outside the State Palace in Jakarta Sept. 27-29 /update 1

Event

Activists from the Association of Private Universities (APTISI) plan to demonstrate outside the State Palace in Jakarta Sept. 27-29 to denounce the policies of the Ministry of Education. Dozens to hundreds of people could participate in the gatherings. The start time of the protests is unclear.

Authorities will likely impose increased security measures, including deploying additional personnel and setting up security cordons, at the State Palace and its surrounding areas Sept. 27-29. Localized traffic and business disruptions are possible during the action, especially if activists occupy nearby roads. Clashes may occur if officials forcibly disperse the demonstrators.

Advice

Avoid the protest site Sept. 27-29 due to possible clashes. Plan for possible localized traffic and business disruptions. If violence occurs nearby, immediately depart the area and seek shelter at a safe nongovernmental building. Heed all official security and transport advisories.