Jakarta, Aug. 16 -- Coordinating Minister for Political and Security Affairs Djamari Chaniago has called on all elements of society to maintain peace in Aceh and stability in Papua by expressing political aspirations strictly through lawful, non-violent means.

In a statement issued here on Sunday, Djamari emphasized that while freedom of speech is guaranteed by the Constitution, public demonstrations must not involve violence, destruction, or disrespect toward state symbols.

The minister's statement comes in the wake of recent tensions in Banda Aceh, where demonstrators removed the national Red and White flag and damaged the Garuda Pancasila emblem at the governor's official residence during commemorations marking two decades of peace....