Jakarta, Aug. 31 -- President Prabowo Subianto stated that while the government respects the public's right to peaceful expression, it will not tolerate illegal acts that could lead to treason or terrorism.

"Real aspirations must be respected. The right to peaceful assembly must be protected," he said at the Merdeka Palace on Sunday. "However, it cannot be denied that there are signs of unlawful actions, even those leading to treason and terrorism."

He emphasized that the government will take a firm stance against any acts of anarchy that harm the public. He has instructed the National Police (Polri) and the Indonesian Military (TNI) to act decisively against those who vandalize public facilities, loot homes, or disrupt economic activit...