Singaporeans in Indonesia advised to avoid protests, large public gatherings
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Demonstrators gathering in front of the governor's residence in Surabaya, on Aug 29.
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SINGAPORE – The Singapore Embassy in Jakarta has advised Singaporeans in Indonesia to steer clear of areas where anti-government protests are being held,
“You should stay vigilant, monitor developments through the local news and heed instructions by local authorities,” the embassy posted on its official Facebook page on Aug 30.
It urged Singaporeans in or travelling to Indonesia to e-register with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at
“You should also stay in touch with your family and friends so that they know you are safe,” the embassy said.
Singaporeans who require consular assistance may contact:
Embassy of the Republic of Singapore in Jakarta
Address: Block X/4, KAV No. 2, Jln H R Rasuna Said, Kuningan, Jakarta Selatan 12950
E-mail:
Tel: +62-21-5091-5400, +62-21-520-1469
Emergency Tel (after hours): +62-811-863-348Consulate-General of the Republic of Singapore in Batam
Address: Level 3 Panbil Residence, Jalan Ahmad Yani, Muka Kuning, Batam 29433
E-mail:
Tel: +62-778-3720-000
Emergency Tel (after hours): +62-811-7049-084Consulate-General of the Republic of Singapore in Medan
Address: Suite No. 2-6, 11th floor, Forum Nine Office and F & B Gallery, No. 9 Jalan Imam Bonjol, 20112 Medan
E-mail:
Tel: +62-618-0501-500
Emergency Tel (after hours): +62-811-6170-339Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office (24 hours)
E-mail:
Tel: +65-6379-8800 / +65-6379-8855
What began as outrage over the death of a motorcycle taxi driver struck by a police vehicle on Aug 28 has swelled into some of the most violent protests of President Prabowo Subianto’s young administration.
The driver, Mr Affan Kuniawan, has become a symbol of frustration over police impunity.
By Aug 30, protests had spread far beyond Jakarta, with large crowds gathering in Yogyakarta, Bandung, Semarang, Surabaya and Medan.
Mr Prabowo, less than a year into his presidency, quickly sought to contain the anger, urging calm, ordering an investigation and visiting Mr Affan’s family.
The crisis has underscored the precarious balance the former general faces as he pushes ambitious, state-led growth while weathering discontent over sweeping budget cuts and his flagship free meal programme.
