Tensions in Papua, where a separatist movement has simmered for decades, have been running high in recent weeks where five people were killed in violent incidents across the restive eastern province recently and some Papuans have called for a boycott of the election.
Meanwhile three people were killed and two injured in stabbing attacks in the highland town of Wamena late Wednesday. In other incidents, a building at the Abepura University was set ablaze while a fuel depot on the island of Biak caught fire in suspicious circumstances, killing a four-year-old girl.
Calls for Papuan independence have grown ahead of the elections and police said the violence could be part of an effort to undermine the vote. Throughout the years, the central government and provincial administration found themselves at loggerheads over a number of issues. Their reasons are obvious.
First, socioeconomic development in the region is making little significant progress. The public health service is seen as inadequate, and the HIV/AIDS question is not being properly handled. The education sector remains plagued by a lack of facilities and teachers. Widespread poverty amid Papua's natural riches is still the order of the day.
Second, little progress has been made on the human rights and state violence questions. To mention but a few cases, the legal process in respect of grave rights violations in Wamena and Wasior has stalled in the Attorney General's Office. A 2004 military operation in Puncak Jaya (2004) that resulted in serious rights abuses has not even been officially reported yet. Worse still, the first permanent Human Rights Tribunal (2005) has failed to punish rights violators in Abepura (2000). The victims in the case were taken aback by a defense attorney's statement that the accused should be considered ""heroes"" and the injured parties ""separatists"".
Third, the demand for ""setting the historical record straight"" in Papua and hopes for reconciliation have not been responded to wisely.
The Papuans' demands for freedom are connected with the historical issue. This problem will hamper Papua-Jakarta reconciliation and the effort to build healthier political ties. The people of Papua will continue to question their political history in various local, national and international forums.
Apr 23, 2009
Apr 15, 2009
Five Demonstrations Today
Our source in Jakarta Metro Police says there will be fivedemonstrations occur in Jakarta and its nearby cities today. First rallywill take place in EJIP Industrial Area, South Cikarang, Bekasi, on 7 AM. More than 800 labors of PT Toshiba Consumer Product Indonesia areprotesting managerial decision that refuse to fulfill labors demand on thenew work agreement.
On 9 AM, around 100 residents of Tanjung Duren will gather in front ofPodomoro City construction site on Jalan S Parman, West Jakarta. They areprotesting Podomoro for closing down the street due to this complexdevelopment.
On 10 AM, 250 labors of PT Inkosindo Sukses will rally in front ofSingapore Embassy on Jalan HR Rasuna Said, Kuningan, South Jakarta. From that location, demonstrators will move to UN Representatives Office onJalan MH Thamrin. Labors are urging Singaporean government and UnitedNation to take action on poor relation between Singaporean industries andIndonesian labors.
A small demo will occur in front of China Embassy on Mega Kuningan, SouthJakarta, between 10.45 AM until 1.15 PM. About 20 demonstrators areprotesting Chinese government repression on Falun Gong practitioners inChina.
In the afternoon, 25 demonstrators from Victims Solidarity (JSKK) willrally by circling around The Presidential Palace. They are urging thegovernment to accomplish cases of human rights violation.
Please be anticipated of congestions by avoiding those locations onmentioned time
New Police Hotline
In order to minimize crimes, Jakarta Metro Police launch a new hotline:081280800666. This line is especially open to take citizens report onthug, or locally known as preman, crime.
Police has built new group called Anti-Preman Unit (UAP), with speciallydesigned vehicles that ready to deploy 24 hours every day. In the lasttwo weeks police has seized 201 premans.
Please immediately call or message 081280800666 if you are facing orseeing preman’s crime.
Apr 13, 2009
Info Update: Prolong Rain in Jakarta Today
Rain will pour down on Jakarta and its nearby cities today, WeatherForecast official says. Rain is predicted to occur in sometime betweennoon and afternoon, and will continue pour in the evening with smallerintensity.
Due to the dreadful drainage system, Jakarta’s streets are vulnerable torain. Prolong rain are always cause deadlock traffic. Especially on mainroad like Jalan Gatot Subroto, MH Thamrin, Sudirman, and Cassablanca. Official also warned of gusty rain and lightning that might occur sometimebetween afternoon and early evening. Please be anticipated accordingly.
Due to the dreadful drainage system, Jakarta’s streets are vulnerable torain. Prolong rain are always cause deadlock traffic. Especially on mainroad like Jalan Gatot Subroto, MH Thamrin, Sudirman, and Cassablanca. Official also warned of gusty rain and lightning that might occur sometimebetween afternoon and early evening. Please be anticipated accordingly.
Security Snapshot on Abepura
The recent violence in Abepura highlights the emergence of new pattern of recruitments among young OPM members and escalation of their tactics.
Thorough security assessment must be done to understand the dynamic of the group that may jeopardize your business in the area.
Should you need any further information on the subject, please contact us.
Massive Demonstration on General Attorney Office
Big demonstration will take place in front of General Attorney’s office on Jalan Sisingamangaraja, Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta, today. Our source in Jakarta Metro Police Intelligence said first crowd, 500 demonstrators from Anti-narcotics Squad (SAN), will arrive on the location on 9 AM.
Thirty minutes later, another 500 from Anti-drugs Community (GERAM) will come afterward. Followed by 100 from National Anti-narcotics Movement(GANAS) and 750 Anti-narcotics’ National Movement (GRANAT).
This massive crowd is protesting General Attorney’s decision that protecting two female attorneys from police prosecution. Attorney Esther and Dara were released by Jakarta Police Headquarter since General Attorney refused police plea to extend their containment period. Esther and Dara were arrested by police three weeks ago for selling 343 ecstasy pills taken from evidence article. These activists are infuriated by attorneys’ demeanor. They had showed their rage by hitting attorney’s carwhen picked up Esther and Dara from Jakarta Police Headquarter last Saturday. An action that could be repeated in today’s demonstration.
With more than 1500 crowds, the traffic on Jalan Sisingamangaraja will surely stuck. We highly recommend not passing Jalan Sisingamangaraja, especially on lane heading north or directing Bunderan Senayan and Masjid Agung Al azhar to avoid congestions. You can use alternative way by turning east on Blok M junction through Melawai and passing Blok M bus
station and Jalan Trunojoyo.
From General Attorney’s office, demonstrators are continuing their action separately on Jakarta Attorney’s Office on Jalan HR Rasuna Said and in front of Presidential Palace on Jalan Medan Merdeka Utara. Please be anticipated accordingly.
Thirty minutes later, another 500 from Anti-drugs Community (GERAM) will come afterward. Followed by 100 from National Anti-narcotics Movement(GANAS) and 750 Anti-narcotics’ National Movement (GRANAT).
This massive crowd is protesting General Attorney’s decision that protecting two female attorneys from police prosecution. Attorney Esther and Dara were released by Jakarta Police Headquarter since General Attorney refused police plea to extend their containment period. Esther and Dara were arrested by police three weeks ago for selling 343 ecstasy pills taken from evidence article. These activists are infuriated by attorneys’ demeanor. They had showed their rage by hitting attorney’s carwhen picked up Esther and Dara from Jakarta Police Headquarter last Saturday. An action that could be repeated in today’s demonstration.
With more than 1500 crowds, the traffic on Jalan Sisingamangaraja will surely stuck. We highly recommend not passing Jalan Sisingamangaraja, especially on lane heading north or directing Bunderan Senayan and Masjid Agung Al azhar to avoid congestions. You can use alternative way by turning east on Blok M junction through Melawai and passing Blok M bus
station and Jalan Trunojoyo.
From General Attorney’s office, demonstrators are continuing their action separately on Jakarta Attorney’s Office on Jalan HR Rasuna Said and in front of Presidential Palace on Jalan Medan Merdeka Utara. Please be anticipated accordingly.
Singaporean Influenza in Depok
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease or locally known as Singaporean Influenza hit Depok. Depok Health Office found eight tots in Bella Casa Residence on District of Sukma Jaya suspected hit by this rare disease’s virus. They, age between 1 until 5, are all suffering from high fever and oral
ulceration.
Although has no ability to cause death, the virus could spoil child’s growth and easily transferred through air within hours. Officials will execute field examination in a short time. In the meantime, parents in Depok are asked to enhance children’s body immune by consuming vitamins
and keeping environmental clean, officials says.
ulceration.
Although has no ability to cause death, the virus could spoil child’s growth and easily transferred through air within hours. Officials will execute field examination in a short time. In the meantime, parents in Depok are asked to enhance children’s body immune by consuming vitamins
and keeping environmental clean, officials says.
Apr 12, 2009
Today’s Trend and Analysis: Demo on Jalan MH Thamrin
A demonstration will take place in front of Japan Embassy on Jalan MHThamrin, near Bunderan HI (Hotel Indonesia roundabout) today. Our sourcein Jakarta Metro Police Intelligence said up to 300 labors from PT ToshibaCPI will gather on the location on 9 AM. Demonstrators are urging Japan’sgovernment to take action on industrial dispute in PT Toshiba CPI.
We recommend not passing slow lane of Jalan MH Thamrin heading north orway to Monas between 9 AM until 1 PM to avoid congestions.Meanwhile a small demonstration will occur on Bunderan HI between 10 until12 AM. Around 20 demonstrators are protesting the high number ofunregistered voters in this general election. This action will hold upthe traffic flow on the location. Please be anticipated.
We recommend not passing slow lane of Jalan MH Thamrin heading north orway to Monas between 9 AM until 1 PM to avoid congestions.Meanwhile a small demonstration will occur on Bunderan HI between 10 until12 AM. Around 20 demonstrators are protesting the high number ofunregistered voters in this general election. This action will hold upthe traffic flow on the location. Please be anticipated.
Info Update: Prolong Rain in Jakarta Today
Rain will pour down on Jakarta and its nearby cities today, WeatherForecast official says. Rain is predicted to occur in sometime betweennoon and afternoon, and will continue pour in the evening with smallerintensity.
Due to the dreadful drainage system, Jakarta’s streets are vulnerable torain. Prolong rain are always cause deadlock traffic. Especially on mainroad like Jalan Gatot Subroto, MH Thamrin, Sudirman, and Cassablanca. Official also warned of gusty rain and lightning that might occur sometimebetween afternoon and early evening. Please be anticipated accordingly.
Due to the dreadful drainage system, Jakarta’s streets are vulnerable torain. Prolong rain are always cause deadlock traffic. Especially on mainroad like Jalan Gatot Subroto, MH Thamrin, Sudirman, and Cassablanca. Official also warned of gusty rain and lightning that might occur sometimebetween afternoon and early evening. Please be anticipated accordingly.
Apr 7, 2009
FBR Demo, Avoid Jalan Budi Kemuliaan
Betawi Forum Union (FBR) will rally in front of Jakarta’s ElectionCommission office on Jalan Budi Kemuliaan, about 500 meter west of Monas,today. Our source in Jakarta Metro Police Intelligence said up to 250member of this ethnic based organization will gather on the locationstarting 11 AM. They are blaming the commission for many of FBR membersare not listed on the voting list.
FBR are a hard line movement founded in 1999 by late Fadloli El Muhiraiming on enhancing Betawinesse prosperity. However, this organizationhas notorious records. Two weeks ago, their members clashed with men fromethnic of Madura in Pulogadung, East Jakarta, and burned a vehicle on thelocation.
We recommend not passing Jalan Budi Kemuliaan between 11AM until 2 PM toavoid unwanted incident.
Other demonstration will take place in front of Presidential Palace on 9AM. Around 200 labors of PT Inkosindo Sukses are asking the government toprotect them from dismissal. A small demonstration, with only 50participants, will occur on Bunderan HI (Hotel Indonesia roundabout)between 11 AM until 3 PM. Demonstrators are encouraging citizens not tovote for bad politicians in tomorrow’s general election.
Please be anticipated.
FBR are a hard line movement founded in 1999 by late Fadloli El Muhiraiming on enhancing Betawinesse prosperity. However, this organizationhas notorious records. Two weeks ago, their members clashed with men fromethnic of Madura in Pulogadung, East Jakarta, and burned a vehicle on thelocation.
We recommend not passing Jalan Budi Kemuliaan between 11AM until 2 PM toavoid unwanted incident.
Other demonstration will take place in front of Presidential Palace on 9AM. Around 200 labors of PT Inkosindo Sukses are asking the government toprotect them from dismissal. A small demonstration, with only 50participants, will occur on Bunderan HI (Hotel Indonesia roundabout)between 11 AM until 3 PM. Demonstrators are encouraging citizens not tovote for bad politicians in tomorrow’s general election.
Please be anticipated.
UOB Buana Bank’s Strike Continues
Since the board refuse to meet their demands, UOB Buana Bank worker’sstrike continues today. Workers are demanding promotion into permanentemployee, retirement fee, and salary improvement. However, some of theworkers are agreed to back to work.
Due to the strike, six branches of UOB Buana Bank in Jakarta will notoperate normally today. Those branches are located on:
• Jalan Gajah Mada no 1A, Central Jakarta
• Jalan Wahid Hasyim 89, Central Jakarta
• Green Garden Block A7, West Jakarta
• Jalan Boulevard Kelapa Gading, North Jakarta
• Jalan Asemka, West Jakarta
Please be anticipated accordingly.
Due to the strike, six branches of UOB Buana Bank in Jakarta will notoperate normally today. Those branches are located on:
• Jalan Gajah Mada no 1A, Central Jakarta
• Jalan Wahid Hasyim 89, Central Jakarta
• Green Garden Block A7, West Jakarta
• Jalan Boulevard Kelapa Gading, North Jakarta
• Jalan Asemka, West Jakarta
Please be anticipated accordingly.
Apr 6, 2009
Workers’ Strike on UOB Bank
Due to the workers strike, six branches of UOB Bank in Jakarta will notoperate today.
Those branches are located on:
• Jalan Gajah Mada no 1A, Central Jakarta
• Jalan Wahid Hasyim 89, Central Jakarta
• Green Garden Block A7, West Jakarta
• Jalan Boulevard Kelapa Gading, North Jakarta
• Jalan Asemka, West Jakarta
Those workers are demanding promotion into permanent employee, retirementfee, and salary improvement.
Meanwhile, a small demonstration will occur in front of Malaysia Embassyon Jalan HR Rasuna Said, Kuningan, South Jakarta. About a hundred laborsfrom PT Oriental Kyowa Industries will rally urging the government to takeaction on industrial dispute occurs in the company.
This action will likely to cause congestions on Rasuna Said’s slow lanefacing north or Menteng between 9 AM until 1 PM. Please be anticipated.
Those branches are located on:
• Jalan Gajah Mada no 1A, Central Jakarta
• Jalan Wahid Hasyim 89, Central Jakarta
• Green Garden Block A7, West Jakarta
• Jalan Boulevard Kelapa Gading, North Jakarta
• Jalan Asemka, West Jakarta
Those workers are demanding promotion into permanent employee, retirementfee, and salary improvement.
Meanwhile, a small demonstration will occur in front of Malaysia Embassyon Jalan HR Rasuna Said, Kuningan, South Jakarta. About a hundred laborsfrom PT Oriental Kyowa Industries will rally urging the government to takeaction on industrial dispute occurs in the company.
This action will likely to cause congestions on Rasuna Said’s slow lanefacing north or Menteng between 9 AM until 1 PM. Please be anticipated.
Quiet Week until April 9
Political parties’ campaign period is over. Indonesia is now in quietweek. No political parties’ campaign activities are allowed until votingday on April 9.
Please note city officials will start to wipe out campaign attributes inpublic places today. This activity will likely to create congestions. Please be anticipated.
Please note city officials will start to wipe out campaign attributes inpublic places today. This activity will likely to create congestions. Please be anticipated.
Apr 5, 2009
Some possible security issues after the 9th April general elections
Experts have warned that there will be a massive of lawsuits and legal demands from political parties after the election and in it emerge into communal violence.
This scenario has triggered by the action the court to annul a number of gubernatorial and regency elections, including the one in East Java in February, in response to demands from losing candidates. Losing parties and candidates in the April 9 election could possibly ask the court to annul the result of the election.
The possible violence could come from the gross errors found on the registry. The national election commission, KPU said more than 171 million people have registered to vote, but that the vote registry has been the subject of major controversy.
Political experts believe that the national election commission, KPU will not perform their jobs well. It can be seen in the case of the resignation of the East Java police chief after his investigation on the head of east Java election commission was halted by the Indonesian police.
Some experts have demanded the national election commission, KPU to delay the election due to the disorder in the fixed voters list. They said that manipulation colored the process and that will result in illegitimate members of parliament. It shows that this year's election will turn ugly because of a lack of preparations, logistical challenges, budget constraints and incompetence on the part of the organizers.
Many Indonesians also afraid that The House will be home for people with incompetence background and have spent a lot of money for their campaigns.
A retired general as well as a former interior minister, Syarwan Hamid said that military will take control the country if the result of the election is not widely accepted by the people and the country becomes chaotic.
This scenario has triggered by the action the court to annul a number of gubernatorial and regency elections, including the one in East Java in February, in response to demands from losing candidates. Losing parties and candidates in the April 9 election could possibly ask the court to annul the result of the election.
The possible violence could come from the gross errors found on the registry. The national election commission, KPU said more than 171 million people have registered to vote, but that the vote registry has been the subject of major controversy.
Political experts believe that the national election commission, KPU will not perform their jobs well. It can be seen in the case of the resignation of the East Java police chief after his investigation on the head of east Java election commission was halted by the Indonesian police.
Some experts have demanded the national election commission, KPU to delay the election due to the disorder in the fixed voters list. They said that manipulation colored the process and that will result in illegitimate members of parliament. It shows that this year's election will turn ugly because of a lack of preparations, logistical challenges, budget constraints and incompetence on the part of the organizers.
Many Indonesians also afraid that The House will be home for people with incompetence background and have spent a lot of money for their campaigns.
A retired general as well as a former interior minister, Syarwan Hamid said that military will take control the country if the result of the election is not widely accepted by the people and the country becomes chaotic.
