JAKARTA - Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has issued a press statement regarding the recent demonstrations that have continued in several regions across the country, stressing that the state will uphold public order and security in accordance with the law.

He said on Sunday that political parties had taken firm action against their members in parliament who committed misconduct, including the revocation of membership, allowances, and overseas working visits, in response to public concerns.

He also called on the House of Representatives to open dialogue with community leaders and civil society groups to strengthen communication channels.

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Addressing incidents of unrest in some regions, the president underlined that the state must not remain silent if demonstrations degenerate into anarchy.

He instructed the Indonesian National Police and the Indonesian National Armed Forces to act firmly and in accordance with the law to protect members of the public and safeguard public facilities.

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Prabowo urged citizens to remain calm, not be provoked, and to uphold the spirit of mutual cooperation to safeguard national unity and stability.