Prabowo Subianto Inaugurated as Indonesia's New President

The former general, once in exile, assumes leadership with promises of policy continuity and economic growth.

Prabowo Subianto, a former defense minister and ex-general, was sworn in as Indonesia's eighth president, marking a significant political comeback.
His inauguration was supported by outgoing President Joko Widodo, under whom Subianto served as defense chief, highlighting a shift from rivalry to alliance.
Subianto has faced past allegations of human rights abuses, which he denies, and was previously barred from entering countries like the U.S. and Australia.
His presidency promises continuity with Widodo’s policies, including infrastructure development and a controversial new capital city project in Borneo.
Subianto aims to enhance Indonesia's military capabilities and maintain a non-aligned foreign policy, balancing relations with major powers like the U.S. and China.