BANNERS and posters were hung along Jalan Malioboro, which runs through the heart of the city of Yogyakarta. One clearly read: ‘Those Not in Favor of the Confirmation Get Lost!’ A stage was set up right across from the front porch of the regional legislative council building. There was a large yellow sign which read ‘The People of Yogyakarta Support Confirmation 100 Percent’.

An open invitation to attend the demonstration, which was held