With the nomination of presidential tickets barely 18 months away, image management is increasingly crucial for potential contenders -- especially Central Java Governor Ganjar Pranowo.  Jeff and Kevin recount events last week in the hamlet of Wadas, Central Java, where police clashed with community members opposed to a quarry project -- entangling the governor in unseemly controversy. 

Also: Indonesia prepares for a high‑profile international superbike race expected to draw 100,000 spectators to remote Mandalika, Central Lombok, next month. And the government faces opportunistic criticism for tightening domestic mobility restrictions while easing rules for incoming travelers.   

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