From CNET: Traffic in the Indonesian city of Jakarta was brought to a halt on Tuesday thanks to violent protests.
The protests came from Jakarta's taxi drivers, who have caused traffic jams by blocking off several main roads. Some of these drivers have also been seen on social media damaging vehicles and confronting bystanders.
Their actions come as a response to the Indonesian government's apparent refusal to regulate or outright ban ride-sharing services Uber, Grab (formerly known as GrabTaxi) and GoJek, local media reports. Uber and Grab focus mainly on car-based transportation, while GoJek has its drivers use motorcycles to ferry passengers through Jakarta's infamous traffic jams.
Another cause of tension for cabbies is the loss of income due to these ride-sharing services, a recurring complaint from taxi drivers around the world.
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