Gibran Withdraws, Puan, AHY, and Sultan B Najamudin Emerge as VP Candidates
With the withdrawal of Gibran Rakabuming Raka from the vice presidential race, Puan Maharani, Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono, and Sultan Badruddin Najamudin have emerged as prominent contenders, signaling a complex and unpredictable race for Indonesia's vice presidency. This development could significantly shape the nation's political landscape.
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