"The cartoon pirate flag has been raised across Indonesia as a protest against rising prices, job difficulties, and government incompetencies, signaling public dissatisfaction."
"Celebrating 80 years of independence, many Indonesians are not in a celebratory mood and have turned to the pirate flag symbolizing hope and freedom."
Across Indonesia, a pirate flag resembling the one from the anime One Piece has emerged as a protest symbol. Celebrating 80 years of independence from Dutch colonial rule, many Indonesians are expressing frustration with rising prices, job difficulties, and government incompetence. This flag represents a pushback against authoritarianism and a symbol of hope, freedom, and societal dissatisfaction. The flag is prominently displayed beneath the Indonesian flag during Independence Day celebrations, highlighting the contrast between national pride and public discontent with the current government leadership.
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