Hundreds of women with brooms join protests as Indonesia leader flies to China
Summary
Protests are taking place in Jakarta, Indonesia, led by women using broomsticks to symbolize their wish to "clean up" issues like police misconduct and government overspending. These protests started after a motorcycle taxi driver was killed by a police vehicle, and they have grown into wider demonstrations about living costs and perks given to politicians. President Prabowo initially said he would cut these perks but was seen attending an event in China.Key Facts
- Hundreds of women protested in Jakarta with broomsticks to highlight issues with police behavior and government spending.
- The protests began after a young man died when a police vehicle hit him.
- Demonstrations have spread to other cities, focused on the cost of living and perks for politicians.
- President Prabowo initially canceled a trip to China due to the protests but later attended.
- The protests are led by the Indonesian Women's Alliance, a group including 90 women's and civil society organizations.
- The protests use colors like pink and green to show their message of bravery and solidarity.
- The United Nations and Amnesty International called for investigations into police actions during the protests.
- At least 10 people have died during these demonstrations, with some attributed to police violence, and over 1,000 people have been hospitalized.
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