Protest Zones

Traffic jams are so common in the capital city that citizens seem to take them in stride. But when such congestion comes from street demonstrations, such resignation can quickly transform into anger.

Last month Jakarta Governor Basuki 'Ahok' Tjahaja Purnama met with Jakarta Police Chief Inspector General Tito Karnavian about creating a special area for demonstrations. "The important thing is the public can convey their aspirations and without people becoming the victims of traffic jams," Tito said.

August 11, 2015

Tempo.co

Should the Jakarta government build a special zone for holding demonstrations?
Yes
(83%) 593
No
(14.6%) 104
Unsure
(2.4%) 17
Total (100%) 714

Traffic jams are so common in the capital city that citizens seem to take them in stride. But when such congestion comes from street demonstrations, such resignation can quickly transform into anger.

Last month Jakarta Governor Basuki 'Ahok' Tjah

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