Protests in Jakarta turned chaotic on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, as police reportedly used tear gas and water cannons to disperse demonstrators near the Hotel Indonesia Roundabout. Thousands of students and civil society members took to the streets to protest government policies, corruption concerns, and the handling of severe forest fires and toxic haze. Demonstrations were also reported in Makassar and Bandung.
The Jakarta Post+1
The demonstrations reflect wider public concerns about environmental damage, economic pressures, government spending and accountability. Local reports said clashes occurred as the Jakarta gathering began to disperse, and authorities detained some demonstrators. The situation developed throughout the evening, with reports indicating that central roads reopened after the crowd dispersed.
IDN Times+1
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