JAKARTA - The Australian government has issued a travel warning for its citizens planning to visit Indonesia, following a wave of protests that have swept across several major cities.
Six people have reportedly died in the demonstrations, with the largest unrest occurring in the capital, Jakarta. Several buildings and cars were burned, while clashes also caused damage at various locations.
"Large protests with the potential to escalate into violence and property damage are taking place in several major cities in Indonesia, including Denpasar, Bali. This situation is causing disruption and affecting local traffic," read a statement from the Australian government on the official Smartraveller website, as quoted by 9news.
The government also urged Australians to avoid locations of demonstrations.
"Avoid protests and demonstrations and monitor local media for the latest developments," the warning read.
Every year, approximately 1.4 million Australians visit Indonesia, with Bali being a popular destination. Therefore, the unrest in these demonstrations is of particular concern to the Australian government.
The wave of protests began on Monday (August 25, 2025) and peaked on Friday (August 29) in Jakarta. Thousands of protesters took to the streets, throwing stones at police officers and their vehicles. Similar demonstrations also occurred in Surabaya and Yogyakarta, where a 21-year-old student was reportedly killed.
In response to the situation, President Prabowo Subianto held a press conference on Saturday (August 30th). He urged the public to remain calm and trust the government.
"I sincerely ask all citizens to trust the government and remain calm. The government is committed to always fighting for the interests of the people and the nation," he said.
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