Jakarta: The recent protests in Indonesia, an island nation in Southeast Asia, reflect more than a spontaneous outburst, representing deep-seated grievances over governance and economic inequality, analysts say. A controversial proposal to increase the housing allowance for parliamentarians was the final straw for the people of the country, home to the world’s largest Muslim population.
According to TRTworld.com, Indonesian lawmakers currently earn around 100 million rupiah (£4,499; $6,150) per month,
September 3, 2025