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Indonesian President Reshuffles Cabinet Amid Ongoing Unrest

9/18/2025

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Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto appointed retired General Djamari Chaniago as the new security minister amid ongoing unrest.
This follows deadly protests in August, which resulted in 10 fatalities due to public outrage over lawmakers' housing allowances.
Subianto dismissed five ministers, including Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati, indicating a cabinet reshuffle.
Chaniago's appointment aims to consolidate power and replace underperforming officials.
The unrest intensified after a delivery driver died during protests in Jakarta.

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Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto appointed retired General Djamari Chaniago as the new security minister amid ongoing unrest.
This follows deadly protests in August, which resulted in 10 fatalities due to public outrage over lawmakers' housing allowances.
Subianto dismissed five ministers, including Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati, indicating a cabinet reshuffle.
Chaniago's appointment aims to consolidate power and replace underperforming officials.
The unrest intensified after a delivery driver died during protests in Jakarta.