The
Indonesian government has increased fuel prices by more than 30% in an attempt
to save the economy more than $8bn (£5bn) in 2015.
Prices
were raised by 2,000 rupiah ($0.16; £0.10) per litre, with gasoline now costing
8,500 rupiah and diesel 7,500 rupiah.
The
subsidised fuel prices in Indonesia are among the cheapest in the world.
The
unpopular move sparked small protests and long queues at petrol stations in the
capital, Jakarta.
Previous
price increases have sparked violent protests and reports said young people had
clashed with police at a demonstration hotspot before the announcement on
Monday.
New
President Joko Widodo, who took office last month, said
