Indonesia: Activists plan to demonstrate at the House of Representatives in Jakarta Oct. 7

Event

Activists from the Indonesian National Student Consolidation Alliance (KOMANDO) plan to demonstrate outside the House of Representatives in Jakarta Oct. 7. The action is to call for the government to base all laws and regulations on the state philosophy Pancasila. Organizers have yet to announce a start time for the protest. Dozens to hundreds of people could participate in the action.

Authorities will likely bolster security at the House of Representatives and nearby areas; roadblocks or security cordons are possible. Localized transport and business disruptions could occur, particularly if activists occupy roads near the gathering venue. Clashes are possible if police forcibly disperse protesters or demonstrators attempt to breach security barriers. Officials may conduct mass arrests if the action violates COVID-19 restrictions.

Advice

Avoid the House of Representatives and its surrounding areas as a precaution. Plan for possible localized transport and business disruptions. If any violence erupts nearby, immediately depart the area and seek shelter at a nongovernment building. Heed all official traffic and security advisories.