Jokowi Urged to Become Chairman of PSI's Advisory Board
The Indonesian Solidarity Party (PSI) has revealed a strong internal push for President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) to assume the role of Chairman of its Advisory Board. The party is considering this potential appointment alongside its upcoming National Leadership Meeting (Rapimnas) scheduled for November 16.
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