Indonesia: Village officials protesting outside the People's Representative Council (DPR) building in Jakarta Jan. 31

Officials from the Association of Indonesian Village Governments (APDESI) are protesting outside the People's Representative Council (DPR) in Jakarta Jan. 31 to call for the revision of the Village Law. Hundreds of people are participating in the action. Authorities have deployed over 2,300 security personnel to the location.

Increased security measures will likely continue around the DPR building and surrounding areas through Jan. 31. Authorities have closed parts of Jalan Gatot Subrato road near the DPR building until at least 18:00, prompting localized transport disruptions; additional road closures could occur in the case of large crowds. Police could attempt to disperse protesters if they attempt to bypass security barriers. Clashes between security forces and demonstrators are possible, particularly if demonstrators are overly disruptive.