Scrapping direct regional elections in Indonesia shifts power to elites, analysts warn
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A plan to scrap direct regional elections in Indonesia has been proposed, which some analysts believe would shift power to elites. However, the status of this plan is unclear, as one report indicates it has been postponed by the house. The proposal has sparked debate, with some figures, such as Prabowo, apparently supporting the change.