Indonesia’s Ministry of Tourism confirms all major tourist sites remain open amid protests and unrest. Visitors are urged to stay calm; the government ensures public safety. Hotlines for assistance are provided by the ministry.
Indonesia, a popular global tourist destination, is currently dealing with violent protests and public unrest over living costs and parliamentary allowances. Demonstrations in several cities have led to damage to public property and road blockades reported by local authorities. In such a state of unrest, the Ministry of Tourism of the Republic of Indonesia reassured all visitors that "Indonesia remains open, welcoming, and all major tourist destinations across the country are accessible. We are fully committed to providing a safe and memorable travel experience."
In an official statement on Tuesday, the ministry added, "We encourage all visitors to remain calm and continue enjoying their stay in Indonesia with confidence. The Indonesian Government is committed to maintaining public order and safeguarding the safety of all citizens and visitors."
For urgent assistance, the Ministry of Tourism shared the following 24-hour hotlines:
- Halo Wonderful (Ministry of Tourism): +62 811-895-6767; +62 21-3838-000
- Police: 110/112
- Fire Department: 113/1131
- Ambulance: 118/119
- Search and Rescue (SAR): 115
Public outrage emerged across the country after reports said all 580 members of the House of Representatives receive a monthly housing allowance of 50 million rupiah ($3,075), in addition to their salaries. The allowance, introduced last year, is almost 10 times the minimum wage in Jakarta, according to the Associated Press. Critics argue that the benefit feels excessive and out of touch at a time when many people are managing higher costs, taxes and unemployment.
