Indonesia steps up cyber patrols, security preparations ahead of elections

April 16, 2019 2:39 PM

JAKARTA - Indonesian police have stepped up cyber patrols, targeted potential conflict hotspots and prepared contingency plans to ensure security ahead of Wednesday's (April 17) elections.

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