Indonesians protest against graft, wildfires
Summary
Hundreds of Indonesians protested in central Jakarta against graft, economic hardship and the government’s response to devastating wildfires that have blanketed the region in toxic haze. The smoke has sickened thousands across Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore and deepened anger over pollution, prices and poor governance.
Key Points
- Hundreds gathered in central Jakarta to protest graft, economic hardship and the government's handling of wildfires.
- Toxic haze from fires in Borneo and Sumatra has spread across Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore, sickening thousands.
- Protesters demanded the government declare a national emergency to mobilize more resources against the fires.
- Singapore's Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan was expected to meet President Prabowo Subianto in Jakarta as tensions over the haze persisted.
