Jakarta, May 10 -- President Prabowo Subianto expressed deep concern over the rise of "preman" (thugs') activities under the guise of mass organizations, which have disrupted investment in Indonesia.

"The president and the government are genuinely concerned," State Secretary Minister Prasetyo Hadi stated at the Presidential Palace here on Friday.

The president is coordinating with the Attorney General and the Police chief to address this issue, including considering preventive measures against rogue mass organizations, as the government views such "preman" activities by them as "unacceptable."

"If they commit criminal acts, the government will not tolerate it, and options are open (for prosecution). We should also evaluate their activi...