2018 Jakarta Palembang Asian Games – Event Advisory
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RISK RATING MODERATE EVENT ADVISORY 18th Asian Games – Jakarta Palembang 2018 18th Asian Games, Jakarta and Palembang 2018: Event Advisory 18 AUGUST to 02 SEPTEMBER 2018 INDONESIA RISK SUMMARY: RISK LEVELS OVERALL MODERATE Insurance: Ensure your travel insurance covers ALL POLITICAL MODERATE activities. Travel & Accommodation: ARMED CONFLICT MODERATE Book in advance. Passport: Ensure your TERRORISM MODERATE passport is valid for more than 6 months and you have CRIME MODERATE a visa if required. Book Ahead: Planning your CIVIL UNREST MODERATE journey is important. MARITIME & PIRACY HIGH Vaccinations: Check your vaccinations are appropriate. HEALTH MODERATE Language: Learning some simple Indonesian terms will ENVIRONMENTAL MODERATE assist. OPERATING ENVIRONMENT KEY FACTS COUNTRIES ATHLETES TICKETS SECURITY EVENTS Estimated 9.6 million (Jakarta, 2016 estimated) Population: Geographic Area: 6,392 km2 (Jakarta metro) Language: Indonesian (Bahasa) and more than 700 other languages 45 11,000 1.3MILLION 100,000 462 At the time of writing, An estimated 11,000 1.3 million tickets are set Organisers have There are 462 events to Religion: Six recognised religions – Islam, Protestantism, 45 National Olympic athletes are to be made available to confirmed that be held in the games in 40 sports and 63 Catholicism, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Committees have expected to spectators, with more 100,000 security disciplines, in everything Confucianism confirmed attendance participate in the available if early sales personnel will be from aquatics to wushu, at the Asian Games. Games. By some are strong. The average deployed in Jakarta, and fencing to rugby. Climate: Tropical Competing associations estimates, they are ticket price is set to be Palembang and West This marks the first Asian include ‘Independent the largest multi- $7, with prices as low as Java, where several Games with events held UTC: +7 (Jakarta) Asian Athletes’. sport event after the $2 for some events. events are taking across two cities – Currency: Indonesia rupiah Olympic Games. Indonesian officials are place. A further 30,000 Jakarta and Palembang. Some 5,000 media hoping to attract as volunteers are also set Emergency 112 or 110 (police), 113 (fire), 118 (medical) personnel are also many as 170,000 foreign to be mobilised. Services: Tourist police (Jakarta): (021) 526 4073 set to attend. tourists for the Games. 18th Asian Games, Jakarta and Palembang 2018: Event Advisory 18 AUGUST to 02 SEPTEMBER 2018 SECURITY CONCERNS Criminality: Most crime impacting travellers in Jakarta, and Indonesia as a whole, is low-level petty crime, though it is the most likely threat to travellers in Indonesia. While figures suggest that criminal activity as a whole is on the decrease, violent crime has risen marginally. This increase has been attributed to the prevalence of unregistered firearms, although these are typically only used if a victim offers resistance. There have been reports of drink-spiking in Jakarta. This may lead to assault, sexual assault, or robbery. Do not allow food or drink to be left unattended and do not accept food or drink from a stranger. Indonesia has very severe penalties for drug crimes. Foreigners have been subjected to capital punishment for drug-trafficking sentences. Thefts of vehicles, particularly motorcycles, or from parked vehicles occur frequently. Cars parked at unsecured locations are particularly attractive targets. Police services have limited responses to crime in Indonesia. Police forces are under-funded and are plagued by corruption. Crime is particularly prevalent in the following areas: Tanjung Priok - Jembatan Tiga - Pluit toll road, the Jagorawi toll road, Galur, Gambir station, Lapangan Banteng, Matraman, Taman Suropati, Gunung Sahari, Senen, Kuningan Pondok Labu, Pancoran, Blok M, Jalan Sisingamangaraja, the junctions at Tomang, Slipi, Grogol, Jalan Daan Mogot and Jalan Kyai Tapa, Cililitan, around Taman Mini, Klender and Jalan Pemuda, Ancol and Pluit. Terrorism: Terrorism is a persistent threat in Indonesia, however, instances have reduced significantly since 2010 following successful counter-terror policies and operations. Jakarta’s most recent terror attack occurred in June 2017, when an assailant attacked two police officers at a mosque near the National Police headquarters in South Jakarta. The most significant recent incident in Jakarta occurred in January 2016. At least four militants reportedly detonated explosives in or near a Starbucks in central Jakarta before destroying a nearby police post with grenades, killing at least three men. An exchange of gunfire ensued when police arrived shortly afterwards. Attacks are likely to target Western and non-Muslim locations (such as churches) and are more likely to occur on days of significance – Christmas, during Ramadan etc. This is shown by the June 2018 attacks on churches in Surabaya. Terror attacks may involve various different tactics. In the recent past, terror groups have used grenades, bombs, knives, vehicles, and guns. Security at locations including western hotels has been increased substantially to combat potential threats. Corruption: Corruption is a longstanding, widespread, and systemic issue. The police (as mentioned) and judiciary are notoriously corrupt and are likely to request bribes or find in the favour of an Indonesian if in a case against a foreigner. Travellers have reported that customs and immigration officials have demanded bribes in order to gain entry into the country. Officials and police officers are more likely to request bribes during and before festivals. This trend is likely to be exhibited prior to, and during, the Asian Games. Civil Unrest: There are underlying religious, political, and ethnic tensions in Indonesia and Jakarta is the most common location for unrest. The government has mandated that all demonstrations should occur between 0600 and 1800hrs and at three locations - Gelora Bung Karno Stadium in Senayan, the Alun-alun Demokrasi civic square in the parliament complex in South Jakarta; and near the National Monument in Central Jakarta. However, protests can and have occurred at the Hotel Indonesia roundabout, the presidential palace, the House of Representatives complex on Jalan Gatot Subroto, Grand Mercure Hotel, Merdeka Square, government offices such as the Corruption Eradication Commission and the US embassy. All protests should be avoided as there is the potential for violence. In the event of Christian-Muslim tension, travellers should avoid sites with Christian significance, including the cathedral in Monas. Cybersecurity: Credit card fraud is common. Criminals sometimes place a fake telephone number on ATMs advising customers to report problems. Customers dialling the number are asked for their PIN and their card is then retained within the machine. Most incidents involve employees of small businesses recording the details of the credit card or swiping it through a skimmer. Travellers should only use cards in reputable establishments and should never allow their card to be taken out of their sight. Indonesia’s response to cybercrime is not coordinated or efficient despite the establishment of a cybercrime policing unit in 2018. Travellers are advised to employ enhanced cybersecurity measures while in country. Unsecured WiFi hotspots are especially at risk and should be avoided. 18th Asian Games, Jakarta and Palembang 2018: Event Advisory 18 AUGUST to 02 SEPTEMBER 2018 EVENT LOCATION INFORMATION KEY LOCATIONS There will be four venue clusters for the 18th Asian Games: US Embassy Jakarta Jalan Medan Merdeka Selatan 1. Gelora Bung Karno Sports Complex – This area is home to the Gelora Bung Karno Stadium which will host the opening and closing No.3-5, RT.11/RW.2, Gambir, ceremonies as well as athletics events. The Aquatics Centre, the Gelora Bung Karno Sports Palace, and Jakarta. Jakarta Pusat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 10110, 2. Jakarta Suburbs – A number of events will be held across Jakarta’s suburbs. Cycling events will be held at the Jakarta International Velodrome Indonesia in Rawamangun, while golf will be held at the Pondok Indah Golf Course. A temporary venue, the Jakarta International Expo, will host a series Telephone: (62) (21) of events including boxing and gymnastics. 34359000 3. Palembang – The Jakabaring Sport City complex at Palembang will host a series of other sports events. This includes tennis, women’s UK Embassy Jakarta football, rowing/canoeing events, and shooting. Jalan Patra Kuningan Raya Blok L5 No.6, RT.6/RW.4, 4. West Java – There are a small number of venues located in West Java, notably four stadiums for men’s football and road and mountain bike Kuningan Tim., Setia Budi, events. In total, nine locations in West Java will serve as hosts to different sporting events. Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta The athlete’s village in Jakarta is built at Kemayoran. In Palembang, it is inside the Jakabaring Sport City. 12950, Indonesia Telephone: (62) (21) 23565200 GENERAL TRAVEL ADVICE Australian Embassy Jakarta Jalan Patra Kuningan Raya • All travel to Indonesia should be planned carefully in advance. Kav. 1-4, RT.6/RW.4, • Travellers to Indonesia should maintain a low-profile, a slightly heightened level of situational awareness, and sensible security precautions at all Kuningan Tim., Kota Jakarta times. Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12950, • Travellers should be especially vigilant in crowded areas. Indonesia • Take extra care of passports, credit cards, and wallets/purses when in crowded