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Indonesia violence: state response to protests echoes darker times in country’s history

Indonesians have taken to the streets over the past week to protest against elite corruption. The demonstrations began peacefully on August 25 with protests outside parliament in the capital, Jakarta. They soon spread across the country.

The Conversation · Sep 3, 2025

Jokowi wants to build a political dynasty in Indonesia. A once-pliant court and angry public are standing in the way

Indonesian President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo, whose final term in office ends on October 20, has presided over ten years of democratic regression in Indonesia.

The Conversation · Aug 27, 2024

Indonesia's Top Court Hears Appeals Against Presidential Election Results

Indonesia's Constitutional Court hears appeals over alleged irregularities in presidential election results, raising concerns about democracy and justice.

Top News · Mar 27, 2024

Joko Widodo’s son can run for Indonesian vice-president after controversial court ruling

Gibran Rakabuming Raka, 36, does not meet age requirement of 40 but constitutional court – headed by president’s brother-in-law – makes exception

The Guardian - AU · Oct 17, 2023

Indonesian court rules on presidential candidate eligibility

The Constitutional Court rules the minimum age for candidates remains 40, and any change should come from lawmakers.

Al Jazeera · Oct 16, 2023