SINGAPORE: Amid protests in Indonesia, Singapore on Saturday (Aug 30) advised its citizens to avoid areas where demonstrations are taking place. Protests erupted across several Indonesian cities on Friday in anger at the death of a delivery rider who was hit by a police vehicle.Officers responded to rioters with tear gas, and the president called for calm.Violent clashes had already broken out between protesters and police in the capital Jakarta on Thursday over several issues such as low wages, perceived lavish perks for lawmakers and the government’s handling of the economy.At least three people in Makassar City were killed by a fire started by protesters at a council building on Friday night. Protests were also reported in Bandung, Yogyakarta, Semarang and Surabaya.Three killed in blaze during protest in Indonesia's Makassar cityPolice killing sparks Indonesia unrest in first major test for Prabowo presidencyThe Singapore Embassy in Jakarta noted that several demonstrations have been taking place in Jakarta and some secondary cities.“Singaporeans in Indonesia should avoid demonstration areas and large public gatherings. You should stay vigilant, monitor developments through the local news and heed instructions by local authorities,” the embassy said in a Facebook post on Saturday. Singaporeans in or travelling to Indonesia are also encouraged to eRegister with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at https://eregister.mfa.gov.sg.“You should also stay in touch with your family and friends so that they know you are safe,” the embassy added.Who to contact for assistanceSingaporeans who require consular assistance may contact:Embassy of the Republic of Singapore in JakartaAddress: Block X/4, KAV No 2, Jln H R Rasuna Said, Kuningan, Jakarta Selatan 12950Email: singemb_jkt [at] mfa.sgTel: +62-21-5091-5400, +62-21-520-1469Emergency Tel (After Hours): +62-811-863-348Consulate-General of the Republic of Singapore in BatamAddress: Level 3 Panbil Residence, Jalan Ahmad Yani, Muka Kuning, Batam 29433, IndonesiaEmail: singcon_bth [at] mfa.sgTel: +627783720000Emergency Tel (After Hours): +62 811 7049 084Consulate-General of the Republic of Singapore in MedanAddress: Suite No 2 - 6, 11th Floor, Forum Nine Office and F & B Gallery, No. 9 Jalan Imam Bonjol, 20112 Medan, IndonesiaEmail: sporeconsulatemedan [at] mfa.sgTel: +62-61-8050-1500Emergency Tel (After Hours): +62-811-6170-339Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office (24 Hours)Email: mfa_duty_officer [at] mfa.gov.sgTel: +65 6379 8800 / +65 6379 8855Collapse ExpandSign up for our newslettersGet our pick of top stories and thought-provoking articles in your inboxSubscribe hereGet the CNA appStay updated with notifications for breaking news and our best storiesDownload hereGet WhatsApp alertsJoin our channel for the top reads for the day on your preferred chat appJoin here