Indonesia is preparing to deploy over 9,000 security personnel ahead of planned protests coinciding with Defence Minister Prabowo Subianto’s approaching two-year mark in power. Demonstrations are expected to focus on a number of key issues currently affecting the nation. Students, including those from the University of Indonesia, are organizing to voice concerns over the recent and devastating forest fires plaguing various regions. Simultaneously, protestors intend to address the sharp downturn experienced in the Indonesian stock market. Authorities are anticipating potential unrest and are taking preventative measures to maintain public order during the demonstrations. The deployment aims to ensure the safety of both protesters and the general public during what is expected to be a period of heightened political activity. Officials have not commented on specific intelligence suggesting potential violence.