As nationwide demonstrations swept through major Indonesian cities in early September 2025, the government’s response was quick, albeit fragmented. From urging companies to let employees work from home (WFH), to abruptly shifting schools to online learning, the policy reactions ostensibly prioritized public safety. Yet, beneath these well-intentioned moves lies a concerning signal: a lack of coordinated crisis governance, fragmented institutional responses, and policy improvisation under pressure. To subscribe please click here
