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07 Feb 2024 | 10:05 AM UTC

Indonesia: Students staging protest march in Jakarta, Feb. 7

Students marching from Trisakti University to State Palace in Jakarta, Indonesia, Feb. 7. Increased security, transport disruptions likely.

Warning

Hundreds of student activists are marching from Trisakti University to the State Palace, the afternoon of Feb. 7. The purpose of the action is to express several demands, including the impeachment of President Joko Widodo.

Police will likely bolster security along the march route over the coming hours. Localized transport disruptions are likely through the evening due to traffic diversions on several roads, including Jalan Thamrin, Jalan Medan Merdeka Barat, Jalan Suryopranoto, Jalan Hayam Wuruk, and Jalan Majapahit. Scuffles could occur if officials forcibly disperse the demonstration or activists attempt to breach security cordons.

Avoid the protest as a precaution and to minimize travel delays. Allow additional time for journeys in the affected area. Heed all official directives. Leave an area at the first sign of unrest.