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Regional Elections 1 year ago
‘Thirst for power’ will harm a nation, says Prabowo
Speaking at a National Mandate Party (PAN) national congress in Jakarta, he said that politicians and political parties asked for the mandate for power from the people, therefore, they must put the people above themselves.
Politics 1 year ago
Protesters rally again in many cities over Jokowi's political manoeuvres
The protests followed a day of demonstrations in which 301 people were detained and tear gas and water cannon used to disperse angry crowds outside parliament, which on Thursday shelved its controversial plan to amend eligibility rules on candidates, citing absence of a quorum.
Politics 1 year ago
Court issues three recommendations for Kaesang to register his bid in Central Java
A spokesperson for the South Jakarta District Court said the three documents were issued on Aug. 20, the day the Constitutional Court upheld the candidate age requirements to run in local elections, which effectively barred Kaesang from running in the race.
Politics 1 year ago
PREMIUM
Netizens slam Kaesang, Erina over lavish US trip amid widespread protests
As House lawmakers moved on Thursday to throw out their proposal to revise the 2016 Regional Elections Law, which would have effectively allowed Jokowi's youngest son to contest the November polls, netizens have slammed Kaesang's wife Erina for posting online pictures showing the couple's lavish spending during their ongoing trip to the United States.
Politics 1 year ago
PREMIUM
Thousands rally in defense of democracy
Waves of protest erupted in multiple cities across the country on Thursday after lawmakers attempted to annul changes to election laws made earlier by the Constitutional Court, a reversal that would have favored the alliance of President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo and his successor Prabowo Subianto.
Politics 1 year ago
PREMIUM
Watchdogs warn of conflict of interest in KPU bonus boost
Election watchdogs have questioned President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo's move to significantly raise bonuses for General Elections Commission (KPU) officials, fearing it will lead to conflicts of interest in November’s simultaneous regional elections.
