Indonesia: Activists may gather outside National Commission on Human Rights and party office in Jakarta July 27 to mark anniversary of an incident

Event

Activists may rally outside the National Commission on Human Rights (Komnas HAM) and Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDIP) party's office in Jakarta, July 27, to mark the anniversary of a 1996 fatal attack on the headquarters of PDIP's predecessor entity, Indonesian Democratic Party (PDI). Hundreds of demonstrators held a related protest outside the National Commission on Human Rights, July 20, to demand the commission conduct further investigation into the incident. Any action July 27 will likely involve similar numbers.

Authorities will probably impose heightened security measures at any rally sites July 27. Localized transport and business disruptions are likely, particularly if demonstrators occupy nearby roads. Clashes may occur if police forcibly disperse the gathering or if protesters attempt to break through security cordons.

Advice

Use caution if operating at and nearby the sites July 27. Avoid any protests due to possible clashes. Plan for localized transport and business disruptions nearby any demonstration. If any violence erupts nearby, immediately depart the area. Heed all official traffic and security advisories.