Indonesia Uses Online Disinformation to Target Critics, Amnesty Says
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- •Amnesty International published a report on May 20, 2026, detailing Indonesia's use of online disinformation against critics.
- •The disinformation campaigns are aimed at silencing government critics and dissenting voices within Indonesia.
- •The Jakarta Post and The Japan Times confirmed the presence of coordinated online efforts by Indonesian authorities to spread false information.
- •The campaigns involve spreading misleading content on social media platforms to discredit opposition figures and activists.
- •The report highlights concerns about the impact of these campaigns on Indonesia's democratic processes and public trust.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Indonesian authorities continue or escalate online disinformation campaigns political opposition and civil society groups in Indonesia may face increased suppression, reducing public debate and weakening democratic accountability.
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