Students Protest Nationwide Against Prabowo's Budget Cuts

Thousands of students in Indonesia have organized protests labeled 'Dark Indonesia' against President Prabowo Subianto's budget cuts and policies threatening social support systems. Demonstrations took place across major cities, including Yogyakarta, Jakarta, and Medan, with participants expressing concerns over cuts in the education sector which could undermine future opportunities. Student leader Herianto highlighted that the cuts, intended to fund initiatives like school lunch programs, may inadvertently harm education and essential government services. The movement has gained momentum on social media, reflecting widespread dissatisfaction with the current administration. Despite Prabowo's high approval ratings, students are calling for clarity and accountability in government policies. Officials, including the state secretariat minister, have acknowledged the students' demands and pledged to review them.