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Jun 12, 2026

Indonesian students protest government spending and fuel price hikes amid economic strain

Hundreds to thousands of Indonesian students rallied in Jakarta on Friday to protest President Prabowo Subianto's spending priorities, recent gasoline price increases, and what they describe as wasteful welfare programs. Demonstrators warned of potential economic crisis and demanded lower fuel and food prices.

Jun 12, 2026·4 sources
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Apr 28, 2026

Train Collision Near Jakarta Kills at Least 14, Injures Dozens

A long-distance train collided with a stopped commuter train outside Jakarta, Indonesia, killing at least 14 people and injuring 81. Rescue efforts continue to free trapped passengers from the wreckage.

Apr 28, 2026·6 sources
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  • ▪Protesters demanded the government lower fuel and staple food prices.
  • ▪The fuel price increase was prompted by rising fiscal pressures on the state budget from President Prabowo Subianto's spending plans.
  • ▪Student protesters demanded the cancellation of President Prabowo Subianto's flagship free meals and village cooperatives programmes, calling them "wasteful" spending.

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