21 Mar 2023 | 02:33 AM UTC
Indonesia: Workers plan to demonstrate in multiple cities March 21
Workers plan to demonstrate in multiple cities across Indonesia, including Jakarta, March 21. Heightened security likely.
Event
The Indonesia Trade Union Confederation (KSPI) has called for demonstrations in several cities nationwide March 21. Participants intend to denounce a government regulation that allows wage reductions of up to 25 percent for labor-intensive industries. In Jakarta, protesters will gather at the Ministry of Manpower from 10:00. Organizers claim that thousands of people will participate in the action. The KSPI has also called for workers to protest at governor's offices in other cities such as Bandung, Banjarmasin, Makassar, Medan, Semarang, Surabaya, and Ternate.
Authorities will probably increase security near protest sites, including at the Ministry of Manpower in Jakarta, March 21. Roadblocks and cordons are likely at the Ministry of Manpower in Jakarta and surrounding areas. Clashes between protesters and police are possible. Localized traffic and business disruptions may occur during the action, especially if activists occupy nearby roads.
Advice
Avoid protest venues March 21 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.
