Indonesia's Presidential Election Candidates Announced, Subianto Leads Polls

Subianto's Choice of Widodo's Son as Running Mate Sparks Controversy Amid Rule Change

Indonesia's election commission has announced the three candidates for the upcoming presidential election: Anies Baswedan and Muhaimin Iskandar, Ganjar Pranowo and Mahfud MD, Prabowo Subianto and Gibran Rakabuming Raka.
Prabowo Subianto, a third-time presidential contender, has opened up a significant lead in the polls over his closest rival, Ganjar Pranowo, despite controversy over his choice of running mate.
Gibran Rakabuming Raka, son of outgoing President Joko Widodo, was allowed to run as Subianto's vice-presidential candidate following a change in the country's rules to allow candidates under 40 years of age to run if they have held a regional position.
The official campaign period begins on November 28, and the election will take place on February 14, 2024, with the new president being sworn in October 2024.
Nearly 205 million people are eligible to vote in the election, making it a significant event in the world's third-largest democracy.