The People vs. Sutiyoso

Jakarta Governor Sutiyoso is facing a class-action lawsuit from local residents, after approving the construction of a sports complex in Kelapa Gading.

October 29, 2002

Housing complex announcement boards usually list sporting events. However, Kelapa Gading's Janur Elok housing complex announcement board is unique. The board does not list sports match schedules or patrol rosters, rather it announces an invitation to local residents to visit Jakarta's Administrative Court.

No, Kelapa Gading residents are not challenging courtroom staff to a football match—they are taking part in a class-action lawsuit.

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