Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto and Protest

'Dark Indonesia' protests against Prabowo's cutbacks enter fifth day
The week-long protest is driven by popular discontent with President Prabowo Subianto's drastic and inconsistent budget austerity measures.
Indonesia’s student protests continue in Jakarta, testing Prabowo’s leadership
The "Dark Indonesia” rally saw thousands of students march in central Jakarta to protest budget cuts. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Protesters Extend 'Dark Indonesia' Rally Against Prabowo's Policies
Hundreds of students and activists rallied in some major cities for more "Dark Indonesia" protests on Friday, opposing President Prabowo Subianto's policies including $19 billion of spending cuts that they say undermine their support systems.
Students stage ‘Dark Indonesia’ protests as Prabowo Subianto’s spending cuts hit education
Thousands of students took to the streets in cities across the country this week, decrying what they call Indonesia Gelap or “Dark Indonesia” and marking the first concerted resistance to the policies of Prabowo Subianto since the former general became president four months ago.
Thousands protest against budget cuts in Indonesia
Thousands of Indonesians rallied nationwide Friday to protest budget cuts by President Prabowo Subianto's government aimed at funding a free-meal programme and other big-ticket campaign pledges. Analysts have said the cuts were likely to shift funds to programmes like the $4.
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Indonesia's last carriage horses endure harsh lives
In a dark stable under a heaving highway in Indonesia's capital, trucks rumble past emaciated carriage horses tied to pillars ...
Indonesia’s ‘staggering’ growth puts Jakarta in a strong position as it plays hardball with Apple
As Apple’s traditional cash cow of China begins to dry up, emerging markets like Indonesia are quickly becoming a source of ...
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Indonesia Seeks to Repatriate 270 Citizens Rescued from Online Scam Centers in Myanmar
The first phase of repatriation will focus on 92 Indonesian citizens who suffered abductions and torture in Myanmar.
Bank Indonesia pauses easing cycle, but says more cuts to come
Indonesia's central bank kept interest rates steady on Wednesday, emphasizing its focus on stabilising the rupiah currency ...
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MR.D.I.Y. Indonesia: Boosting National Economy by Ensuring Accessibility, Building Careers
Consistently affirming its position as the go-to shopping destination for household tools and equipment in Indonesia, ...
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Deputy Komdigi Minister: AI Could Contribute US$366 Billion to Indonesia's GDP in 2030
Deputy Minister of Komdigi Nezar Patria assessed that the use of artificial intelligence or AI could drive the digital ...
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Indonesia Weighs Plan to Phase Out Fuel Subsidies by 2027
The government is assessing the future of fuel subsidies amid reports of a 2027 phase-out, with new subsidy models under consideration.
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The last carriage horses of Indonesia's capital endure harsh lives
There are about 200 carthorses still in service at around 20 stables, according to estimates, including one squalid ...
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Indonesia Lags Behind Malaysia, Thailand in Entrepreneurship Ratio, Says Trade Minister
Indonesia's entrepreneurship ratio stands at only 3.4 percent, falling behind Malaysia, Thailand, and Singapore.
Last carriage horses of Indonesia’s capital endure harsh lives
JAKARTA: In a dark stable under a heaving highway in Indonesia's capital, trucks rumble past emaciated carriage horses tied ...
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How Being 'Productive in Indonesia' Can Boost the Local Agricultural Sector
IPB University alumna Lia Nuryanah chooses to be productive in one's country and help develop her hometown's agricultural ...