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President Prabowo Calls for Sensitivity to Public Concerns Amid Protests

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President Prabowo Subianto has urged the leadership of the House of Representatives (DPR) and political party chairmen to prioritize the interests of the people and remain sensitive to public concerns. Speaking at a press conference following a meeting with party leaders and state officials, Prabowo emphasized the commitment of his administration and political parties to defending the rights of all citizens, particularly the marginalized. He called for the cancellation of legislators' allowances and a moratorium on overseas working visits in response to demands raised during recent demonstrations. The protests had focused on issues such as the removal of DPR housing allowances, which currently stand at Rp50 million per month.

Key Takeaways:

  • President Prabowo Subianto urged the leadership of the House of Representatives (DPR) and political party chairmen to prioritize the interests of the people and remain sensitive to public concerns.
  • The President emphasized that his administration and political parties are committed to defending the rights of all citizens, especially the marginalized.
  • In response to protests, Prabowo called for the cancellation of legislators' allowances, which currently stand at Rp50 million per month.
  • He also requested a moratorium on overseas working visits.
  • Party chairmen took disciplinary action against DPR members who made perceived arrogant or offensive remarks, starting September 1.
  • The meeting was attended by prominent figures, including former President Megawati Soekarnoputri, MPR Chairman Ahmad Muzani, and leaders of government-aligned parties.

Statistics:

  • Rp50 million: the current monthly housing allowances for DPR members.
  • August 25-30: the dates of recent demonstrations that led to demands for the cancellation of legislators' allowances and a moratorium on overseas working visits.
  • September 1: the date from which party chairmen have taken disciplinary action against DPR members for perceived arrogant or offensive remarks.

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