The protests erupted as changes to the election law were viewed as a direct affront to democracy, seen as a way for the outgoing president to extend his influence.
Over 1,000 demonstrators expressed their dissatisfaction with the plans to amend the election laws, accusing the government of dismantling democratic principles.
Authorities responded with tear gas to disperse crowds in Semarang, which highlights the increasing tensions between the government and citizens over electoral integrity.
Protester Afif Sidik emphasized that allowing one person or an oligarch to control decisions in a republic was unacceptable, reflecting widespread belief in democratic values.
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