Gibran Supporters Eye Jokowi for Honorary Council Role

An alliance supporting Gibran Rakabuming Raka is reportedly planning to appoint President Joko Widodo to an honorary council. This initiative is part of the group's efforts targeting its 38 regional chapters (DPW). While specific details of the plan remain unclear, it is speculated that the move aims to further strengthen Gibran's support base, leveraging the President's political influence. President Jokowi maintains high public approval ratings even after his term concludes, and his presence in the political scene remains significant. An honorary council position, even if nominal, could serve as a considerable endorsement for Gibran and his supporting organization. In Indonesian politics, it is not uncommon for the incumbent president, their family, or close associates to support the next generation of politicians. With President Jokowi's eldest son, Gibran, serving as the mayor of Surakarta, the President's involvement could be a crucial driving force for Gibran's political career. If this plan materializes, the synergy between President Jokowi's political legacy and Gibran's future political endeavors would be further solidified.