Indonesia’s president promised Friday to investigate the death of a motorcycle taxi driver in clashes between protesters and police, as discontent grows over the government’s handling of the economy.

Hundreds of protesters rallied near the Indonesian parliament complex Thursday as anger rose over hefty pay for lawmakers — including a monthly housing allowance of 50 million rupiah (US$3,034), nearly ten times the minimum wage in Jakarta.

It followed an earlier protest organised by labour groups demanding better pay, and for the government to take action against recent mass layoffs of workers.

Police handling of the protests drew strong criticism online after videos circulated on social media showing a black tactical vehicle running over a man.

Affan Kurniawan, a gig motorcyle driver, wa

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