Discontent Grows in Indonesia Over Economic Policies Amid Wildfire Response
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What happened
In Indonesia, discontent with President Prabowo Subianto's administration is increasing among younger voters as he enters his second year in office. An opinion poll by Saiful Mujani Research and Consulting found his approval rating had dropped from 81.2 per cent in November last year to 44.5 per cent. Protests have emerged from students and civil society groups regarding the government's economic policies and response to recent wildfires.
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Why it matters
The decline in public trust and rising anger among key demographics suggests pressure on the administration's economic direction. Poltracking Indonesia reported that 62 per cent of respondents felt the Indonesian government was 'seriously working to solve problems,' indicating significant public skepticism regarding policy effectiveness.
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Who's involved
- Prabowo SubiantoPresident of the Republic of Indonesia, whose approval rating has declined.
- KompasNational newspaper in Indonesia that conducted an exit poll on election day.
- IndonesiaThe geopolitical state where the political and economic events are occurring.