Diplomatic Tensions: Tragedy Sparks Outcry Over Indonesian Migrant Worker Death
The fatal shooting of an Indonesian migrant worker by Malaysian maritime authorities has ignited protests in Indonesia. Demonstrators expressed outrage outside the Malaysian embassy, demanding justice. The Indonesian government called for a thorough investigation into the incident, which exemplifies ongoing tensions regarding migrant worker safety.

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Protests erupted in Indonesia following the fatal shooting of an Indonesian migrant worker by Malaysian authorities, igniting tensions between the neighboring nations. Angered demonstrators hurled eggs at the Malaysian embassy in Jakarta, demanding accountability and urging a thorough investigation into the incident.
The January 24 shooting by the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency involved five Indonesian migrant workers allegedly trespassing in Malaysian waters. The incident left one dead and four wounded, escalating diplomatic tensions between the countries. The Indonesian government has voiced demands for an inquiry, citing potential excessive force by the agency.
Video footage showing the wounded victims fueled public outrage, highlighting a longstanding issue of migrant worker deaths linked to Malaysian authorities. Advocacy group Migrant Care has documented numerous such fatalities, calling on Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto to address these concerns during his diplomatic dialogue with Malaysia.
(With inputs from agencies.)