Indonesian media reports and government officials indicate that a number of organizations will hold a large-scale “mass prayer gathering” in central Jakarta at the National Monument (MONAS) on Friday, December 2, 2016.  There is a possibility of smaller related gatherings in other cities throughout Indonesia.  The Indonesian government has announced that the Indonesian National Police ... Read More»

Indonesian media reports indicate that a number of organizations have called for large-scale protests in central Jakarta and other major cities in Indonesia on Friday, November 4.  The Indonesian government has announced that the Indonesian National Police and military (TNI) will be present to provide security for these events.  The protests are expected to begin ... Read More»

The U.S. Embassy in Jakarta informs U.S. citizens that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued Travel Guidance for Indonesia regarding the risk of Zika virus infection.  Zika virus is endemic .  The risk of Zika to travelers, especially pregnant women, in endemic countries is likely lower (but not zero) than in areas where Zika ... Read More»

As part of the State Department’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about relevant events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world.  Current information suggests that terrorist groups continue to plan attacks in ... Read More»

In view of recent worldwide security incidents, the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta reminds U.S. citizens of the need for caution and awareness of personal security.  In the past, extremist groups have planned their attacks or expressed a desire to attack to coincide with significant dates or events.  This includes national holidays such as Indonesian Independence ... Read More»