Four dead, buildings ablaze as Indonesians demand government accountability

"Anti-government protests in Indonesia escalated in recent days, after a ride-hailing motorcycle driver was fatally struck by a police vehicle on Thursday at a demonstration near the national parliament complex in Jakarta. Protests began Monday afterthe announcement of a housing allowance for national lawmakers that was viewed as excessive and grew to encompass general concerns over transparency and accountability in the government of President Prabowo Subianto, who was elected last year, according to analysts."

"Protests began Monday afterthe announcement of a housing allowance for national lawmakers that was viewed as excessive and grew to encompass general concerns over transparency and accountability in the government of President Prabowo Subianto, who was elected last year, according to analysts. Labor groups have also called for a minimum-wage increase and an end to outsourced, contract jobs. Tap left to returnGo to Previous Page Tap right to continueGo to Next Page "

Anti-government protests in Indonesia escalated after a ride-hailing motorcycle driver was fatally struck by a police vehicle during a demonstration near the national parliament complex in Jakarta. Protests began earlier in the week following the announcement of a housing allowance for national lawmakers that many viewed as excessive. Demonstrations expanded to include broader concerns about transparency and accountability in the government of President Prabowo Subianto, who was elected last year, according to analysts. Labor groups joined demands for a higher minimum wage and an end to outsourced, contract jobs.

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