13 Sep 2023 | 08:04 AM UTC
Indonesia: Labor Party to stage nationwide protests Sept. 14.
Labor Party plans to stage protests across Indonesia Sept. 14. Increased security, disruptions likely.
Event
The Labor Party will stage nationwide protests Sept. 14. Participants have various demands, including repealing the Job Creation Law. In Jakarta, organizers claim that around 5,000 people will gather at the Constitutional Court and Istana Negara (State Palace); the start time of the protest is unclear. Additional well-attended rallies are likely in provincial capitals, such as Bandung, though specific details are unavailable. Possible protest sites across the country include prominent government buildings and offices, public squares, city centers, and major roadways.
Heightened security measures and localized transport and business disruptions are likely around protest sites. Officials will likely enforce road closures and traffic diversions near large gatherings. Clashes may occur, especially if police forcibly disperse participants, posing incidental risks to bystanders.
Advice
Avoid all protests as a precaution. Allow additional time for journeys in affected areas. Heed all official directives. Leave an area at the first sign of unrest. Monitor trusted local sources for updates on rallies and related disruptions.
