Thousands of Indonesian students have taken to the streets in Jakarta and other major cities, voicing outrage over lawmakers’ extravagant perks and rising cases of police brutality. The protests, which began peacefully, have escalated in some areas, with clashes reported between demonstrators and security forces.
At the heart of the anger: proposed legislation that would expand benefits for parliamentarians, including luxury travel allowances and housing perks—sparking backlash in a country still grappling with economic disparity. Protesters are also demanding accountability after a series of violent incidents involving police.
This report breaks down what’s happening on the ground, the students’ demands, and how the government is responding.
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