What in the World
What in the World
Why are protesters in Indonesia so angry with the government?
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3 September 2025
9 minutes
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There have been huge protests across Indonesia. They were sparked by cost-of-living concerns and discontent at politician wages and allowances. But after police ran over and killed a delivery driver, protests have spread and become violent. Protesters have been killed, buildings torched and politicians' houses looted.
Astudestra Ajengrastri, a BBC journalist who’s based in Jakarta, takes us through why the protests began, what the government says about it, and where things could go next.
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Presenter: Hannah Gelbart
Producers: Mora Morrison and Emily Horler
Editor: Verity Wilde
