Anti-government students rally in Makassar

Hundreds of college students staged more rallies on the streets of Makassar, South Sulawesi Wednesday against the government decision to bail out the ailing Bank Century, as the House of Representatives members in Jakarta convene to determine the legislative body's final stance on the bailout case.

Students from several universities held demonstrations at a number of locations in Makassar, including at the Regional Legislative Council building and on the main road connecting Makassar city and Gowa regency.

Protesters blocked the road by taking over two trucks and parking them in the middle of the road.

Separately in Banten, at least five protesters were injured in a clash between dozens of students and police officers at a similar rally.