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National 6 years ago
Supreme Court asked to review provision on places of worship
After years of going unchallenged, a 2006 joint ministerial decree that regulates the construction of places of worship may be subject to a judicial review by the Supreme Court, with petitioners complaining about tyranny of the majority.
Politics 6 years ago
Jokowi calls for firm action against intolerance while pointing finger at regional administrations
Jokowi’s comment about such incidents being the responsibility of regional administrations drew criticism from interfaith activist Alissa Wahid, the daughter of former president Abdurrahman “Gus Dur” Wahid.
National 6 years ago
PREMIUM
Christians overcome long-time hurdles to celebrate Christmas
As the building could only accommodate about 1,500 people, the church had to conduct two Christmas masses a day to serve its whole congregation, which consists of about 9,000 members. More than 5,000 people in total packed the church for Christmas masses on Tuesday evening and also on Wednesday.
National 6 years ago
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MUI, priests take a stand against religious figures, symbols protection bill
The House of Representatives has included a bill to protect religious figures and symbols in the 2020 National Legislation Program (Prolegnas), drawing swift criticism from religious figures and experts who say such "privilege" is unnecessary.
National 6 years ago
PREMIUM
Two Jehovah's Witnesses expelled from Batam school for not saluting flag, singing anthem
The Batam Education Agency has expelled two students from SMPN 21 state junior high school who were following their religious beliefs as Jehovah's Witnesses by refusing to salute the national flag, sing the anthem, or attend religion classes.
National 6 years ago
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Police, local officials 'behind' many religious freedom violations across Indonesia
State officials have acted against individuals from religious minority groups by issuing policies disadvantaging the groups and limiting them - and even arresting them - for their activities.
