16 Jan 2023 | 06:12 AM UTC
Indonesia: Village heads plan to demonstrate in Jakarta Jan. 17
Village heads plan to protest outside the House of Representatives (DPR) in Jakarta, Indonesia, Jan. 17. Tight security, disruptions likely.
Event
Village heads from various provinces plan to demonstrate outside the House of Representatives (DPR) in Jakarta Jan. 17. The action is to call for an increase in the tenure of village heads and issues related to village funds. Hundreds to thousands of people could attend the protest. Organizers did not specify a start time for the action.
Authorities will likely enact heightened security measures, including roadblocks and cordons, near the House of Representatives Jan. 17. Localized transport and business disruptions are possible, particularly if demonstrators occupy nearby roads. While the event will likely pass peacefully, clashes may occur if police forcibly disperse the gathering or if protesters attempt to break through security cordons.
Advice
Avoid the protest site and its surrounding areas Jan. 17 due to possible clashes. Plan for possible localized transport and business disruptions. If any violence erupts nearby, immediately depart the area and seek shelter at a safe nongovernmental building. Heed all official traffic and security advisories.
