Indonesia MPs Get 75% Recess Allowance Hike After Protests
Above: Protesters and security forces clash in Surabaya, Indonesia, on Aug. 30, 2025. Image copyright: Suryanto Suryanto/Anadolu/Getty Images
The Spin
Government-critical narrative
The 75% increase in the recess allowance shows lawmakers ignoring public demands for accountability following massive protests. Parliament lacks transparency about how these funds benefit communities or what aspirations are actually absorbed. This increase proves nothing has changed despite public criticism.
Pro-government narrative
Indonesian lawmakers deserve an increase in the recess allowance because it reflects necessary adjustments for inflation and rising costs since 2019. The funding supports crucial constituency work and oversight functions across electoral districts. Parliament is implementing digital transparency measures to ensure public accountability.
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