Indonesia: Former members of city administration to protest outside the City Hall and the City Council in Makassar from 09:30 June 28

Event

Former members of city administration in Makassar plan to demonstrate outside the City Hall and the City Council from 09:30 June 28. The purpose of the action is to demand the authorities stage elections for the positions and complete the payment of salaries to the former neighborhood and ward heads. Around a thousand people will likely participate in the rally.

Authorities will likely increase security at the protest sites and any march route June 28. Localized transportation and business disruptions are likely during the rally, especially if the protesters block nearby streets. Clashes are possible if authorities forcibly disperse the protesters.

Advice

Avoid the protest sites and any march route June 28 due to possible clashes. Plan for localized road closures and business disruptions around the rally locations. If violence occurs nearby, immediately depart the area and seek shelter at a safe nongovernment building. Heed all official security and transport advisories.