Thousands are standing for election on Wednesday but many find it hard to get the money they need to campaign.
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Experts say there could be undetected coronavirus cases in Indonesia, a claim that has angered officials in Jakarta.
Artists and environment groups continue to resist multibillion-dollar project, which they say will destroy Bali.
President Jokowi warns against spread of a ‘hoax’ that triggered latest violence in the region, killing 32 people.
Clashes between protesters and government forces in Jayapura have killed at least four people, including a policeman.
President faces challenge of addressing Papuan demands and keeping country intact amid calls for independence.
A local official in Jayapura confirms death amid warnings that the situation in the easternmost region worsens.
Demonstrations against alleged racial discrimination towards the indigenous West Papuans turn violent in Jayapura city.
But national police deny a deadly shooting incident took place in an interview with Al Jazeera.
Families say they are too frightened to speak as they report relatives injured during the crackdown by security forces.