Vice President Hatta Resigns Amid Economic Turmoil, Strained Relations with President
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Vice President Hatta Resigns Amid Economic Turmoil, Strained Relations with President

On December 1, 1956, Indonesia's first Vice President, Mohammad Hatta, resigned due to differing political and economic views with President Sukarno. This marked the end of the 'Dwi Tunggal' era, with the prevailing economic crisis also contributing to his decision.

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