Indonesia Prepares for Presidential Election with Prabowo Subianto Leading in Polls
Voters to decide on new leadership in a pivotal election focused on economic and social issues.
- Indonesia's presidential election is set for February 14, with Prabowo Subianto, Ganjar Pranowo, and Anies Baswedan as the main candidates.
- Prabowo Subianto, backed by outgoing President Joko Widodo, leads in the polls with a campaign focused on nationalism and populist promises.
- The election will mark Indonesia's first leadership change in a decade, with over 204 million people registered to vote across the archipelago.
- Key issues in the election include cost-of-living concerns, inequality, and the continuation of Jokowi's initiatives such as infrastructure development.
- The new president will inherit a strong economy but faces challenges in sustaining growth, addressing youth unemployment, and managing foreign relations.