ANALYSIS: What the New President of the World’s 4Th Most Populous Country Brings to the Table?

Published on February 16, 2024

Indonesian Defence Minister Prabowo Subianto announced his victory for the Feb. 14 presidential election, with early projections indicating a significant lead over competitors with an estimated 58 percent of votes in early counting. In a victory speech he said, “This victory should be the victory for all Indonesians … we will assemble a government consisting of the best sons and daughters of Indonesia.” A strong part of his appeal was that he would carry on outgoing president, Joko Widodo’s, economic policies. Indonesia’s election was pivotal for the Asia-Pacific region, given the country’s strategic importance over critical shipping routes and its complex relationship with Beijing....

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