‘Feels like we’ve gone backwards’: Indonesia’s choking haze provides spark for wider protests
Indonesia's severe haze, driven by extensive forest fires, has intensified public frustration with President Prabowo Subianto's administration. After two years in office, the leader faces criticism over stagnant growth, policy missteps and the worsening fire season. The environmental crisis is fueling broader calls for protest across the nation, reflecting deeper discontent with the government's handling of economic and ecological challenges.