VOICED: Indonesia heads to the polls

The video discusses the bustling activity at Jakarta's textile market, highlighting the improved employment situation. It attributes job creation to President Yudhoyono, whose leadership has boosted his party's standing in polls. The video also explores Indonesia's political culture, emphasizing the influence of leaders over issues. As the presidential election approaches, Yudhoyono's popularity is tested by the global economic crisis, which threatens his and his party's success.

What is the main reason for the improved employment situation in Jakarta's textile market?

• Increased demand for textiles

• Government policies

• Leadership of President Yudhoyono

• Foreign investments

How has Yudhoyono's leadership affected his party's standing in opinion polls?

• It has decreased significantly

• It has remained the same

• It has helped the party lead in polls

• It has caused internal conflicts

What change in voting patterns is highlighted in the second section?

• Voters are focusing more on party ideologies

• Electors are voting for individual candidates

• There is a shift towards online voting

• Voter turnout has decreased

What influences the political preferences of people in Indonesia according to the transcript?

• Economic policies

• Media coverage

• Influence of leaders

• International relations

What is the significance of the upcoming presidential election in Indonesia?

• It is expected to have low voter turnout

• It is a test of Yudhoyono's popularity

• It will determine the next prime minister

• It will introduce new voting technologies