Indonesian students protest gov’t policies amid economic strain

Approximately 1,500 Indonesian students protested in Jakarta against President Prabowo Subianto's economic policies, including fuel and food price hikes. They also criticized costly social programs like free meals and village cooperatives. Clashes erupted with police, and 6,000 police and soldiers were deployed. The government raised fuel prices by 32% amid economic crisis, and the rupiah hit a record low.