‘Risk of a Terrorist Attack’: Australia Issues Indonesia Travel Warning Ahead of Presidential Election

Published on February 6, 2024

The Australian government has issued a new travel warning for Indonesia ahead of the presidential election on Feb. 14. The smart traveller warning issued on Feb. 5 alerted Australians to possible protests in the lead-up to the election and travel delays. Further, it warned of the ongoing risk of a terrorist attack in Indonesia and advised Australians to be alert to possible threats. Active volcanoes, seismic activity, tension, demonstrations and violence in certain towns were also mentioned in the travel alert. “The Indonesian presidential election will take place on 14 February. Frequent political rallies and possible protests are likely to occur in the lead-up to the election,” the warning stated....

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