26 May 2023 | 01:06 PM UTC
Indonesia: Labor Party to begin nationwide protests from May 31
Labor Party plans to stage protests across Indonesia from May 31. Increased security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
The Labor Party plans to stage protests nationwide from May 31 over various demands, including the repeal of the Job Creation Law. Organizers have yet to announce the start times of the events, but anticipate hundreds of thousands of people, including farmers and workers, will participate. The action is set to last for 25 days. Organizers have already scheduled protests in various cities, including:
May 31: Banten Governor's Office in Serang.
June 5: Constitutional Court and State Palace in Jakarta.
June 7: Gedung Sate in Bandung.
Further protests are likely to be announced in the coming days. These are likely near prominent government buildings, in public squares and city centers, and along roadways in urban centers.
Authorities will likely deploy additional security in and around the protest sites. Localized transport disruptions are likely due to the presence of large numbers of people. Protesters may also march on or block roadways. Police may disperse crowds if gatherings become disruptive, possibly leading to clashes.
Advice
Avoid all protests. Plan routes circumventing the demonstration sites and allow additional time for travel. Monitor trusted local sources for updates on rallies and related disruptions, as organizers may not announce time or location details in advance. Heed all official traffic and security advisories. If violence occurs nearby, immediately depart the area.
