Miss World 2013 Pageant Threatened By Islamists in Host City: Jakarta, Indonesia

Members of the conservative islamic group, the Islamic Defenders Front (FPI as it is known in Indonesia) protests against the upcoming Miss World competition in Jakarta, Indonesia. Hundreds of members of hardline Islamic group holding signs reading 'Tolak (Reject) Miss World' gathered in Jakarta's main traffic circle marched to the headquarters of the Indonesian broadcaster who is broadcasting the 2013 Miss World competition. (Ed Wray/Getty Images)

Islam Defenders Front (FPI) members protested the coming Miss World 2013 beauty pageant in Jakarta, Indonesia, Tuesday morning. The pageant is due to be hosted by Jakarta September 28—the first time a South East Asian country has hosted the event.

No bikini contest will take place as a part of the pageant, earning the support of the local governor, according to Indonesia’s official tourism website.

Tuesday’s action was more than just a protest—it was a threat, according the the Jakarta Post, which reported, “The activists said they would do more than just rally if the Miss World event went on.”

More than 125 pageant contestants were due to arrive a month before the pageant to enjoy local beaches and sites.

The Sentul International Convention Center will host the event, located on the border between Jakarta and West Java.