Australian Government Asks Its Citizens to Be Careful on Holidays in Indonesia

Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia – Ahead of the 2024 General Election (Pemilu), the Australian Government advisory body, Smart Traveler, warned its citizens to be careful if they want to vacation in Indonesia.

Launching from news.com.auSmart Traveler stated that as the third largest democracy in the world, Indonesia will hold a “high risk” election next week.

The government advisory body predicts that Indonesia will be filled with massive “demonstrations and political protests” ahead of voting day which falls on Wednesday, February 14 2024.

“It is estimated that there will be traffic jams and limited access to various locations if there are protests. Avoid protest and demonstration locations, and monitor information from local media to find out the latest developments,” said Smart Traveler, quoted on Tuesday (6/2/2024) .

For your information, Indonesia, especially Bali, is one of the favorite tourist destinations for Kangaroo Country passport holders. According to the same report, this is driven by a combination of cultural strengths, natural beauty and affordable prices.

Therefore, it is not surprising that the Australian Government is warning its citizens regarding safety when traveling during the election period. Moreover, Indonesia is said to have had “noisy” demonstrations.

“Violent political demonstrations are a normal part of life in Indonesia. A country of around 270 million people and tens of thousands of supporters can gather in stadiums to support their preferred candidates,” the report said. news.com.au.

Apart from that, the Australian Government also advises tourists to be aware of potential terror attacks and a number of active volcanoes in Indonesia which can erupt without warning.

Then, Australia also advised its citizens to reconsider travel plans to Papua due to “ongoing separatist activities.”

“There have been tensions, including demonstrations and violence in certain cities in the provinces of Papua, Mountain Papua, Central Papua and South Papua in recent years,” said the Australian Government.

“Armed groups have stated that they target foreigners, including Australians,” the statement continued.

For information, Indonesia will hold the 2024 elections on Wednesday (14/2/2024). On that day, the Indonesian people will choose one of three candidates for presidential and vice presidential candidates, namely Anies Baswedan and Muhaimin Iskandar; Prabowo Subianto and Gibran Rakabuming; as well as Ganjar Pranowo and Mahfud MD.

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