Indonesia: Activists plan to demonstrate outside the State Palace in Jakarta 13:00-17:00 March 25

Event

The Muslim group Alumni Brotherhood (PA) 212 plans to demonstrate outside the State Palace in Jakarta from 13:00-17:00 March 25. The purpose of the action is to demand the government investigate the alleged religious blasphemy cases. Activists intend to gather at the Istiqlal Mosque and the Arjuna Wijaya Horse Statue before marching to the State Palace. Organizers say thousands of people will participate in the gathering.

Authorities will likely impose increased security measures, including deploying additional personnel setting up security cordons, at the State Palace and the gathering sites March 25. Localized traffic and business disruptions are likely during the action, especially if activists occupy nearby roads, such as Jalan Majapahit and Jalan Veteran. Clashes are possible if authorities forcibly disperse the demonstrators.

Advice

Avoid the protest sites March 25 due to possible clashes. Plan for localized traffic and business disruptions. If violence occurs nearby, immediately depart the area and seek shelter at a safe non-government building. Heed all official security and transport advisories.