Survey Shows Widespread Agreement on Relaxed Mask Regulations
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The Indonesian government revoked the regulation mandating the use of face masks outdoors on May 17, 2022.
According to a JakPat survey, 76% of respondents agreed with this policy; 28% strongly agreed and 48% agreed.
Meanwhile, 21% slightly disagreed, 2% disagreed, and 1% strongly disagreed.
Although the majority agreed with the policy relaxation, 69% of respondents reported still using masks both indoors and outdoors. Protection from air pollution and unpleasant odors was the main reason cited for continued mask use.
JakPat surveyed 1,225 respondents across Indonesia, with a margin of error below 3%. The socioeconomic status of the respondents leaned towards upper-middle class; 56% were middle class, 35% upper class, and only 9% lower class.
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