Indonesia: University lecturers plan to demonstrate outside the State Palace in Jakarta March 20

Event

University lecturers from the Association of New State Universities (PTNB) plan to demonstrate outside the State Palace in Jakarta from 10:00 March 20 to call for their appointment as civil servants. Hundreds of people could attend the protest.

Heightened security measures, including roadblocks and cordons, are probable at the State Palace and surrounding areas March 20. Localized traffic and business disruptions are possible during the action, especially if activists occupy nearby roads. Traffic disruptions may occur along Medan Merdeka Barat and Medan Merdeka Utara roads. While the protest will likely pass off peacefully, clashes are possible if officials forcibly disperse the demonstrators.

Advice

Avoid the protest site March 20 due to possible clashes. Plan for possible localized traffic and business disruptions. If violence occurs nearby, immediately depart the area and seek shelter at a safe nongovernmental building. Heed all official security and transport advisories.