Jokowi Instructs Volunteers to Support Prabowo-Gibran Until 2029

Indonesian President Joko Widodo has instructed his supporters (volunteers) to continue backing the pair of Prabowo Subianto and Gibran Rakabuming Raka, who won the presidential election, until 2029. This instruction was reportedly conveyed by President Widodo to his supporters after their victory in the presidential election. It is understood that the President suggested that if the Prabowo-Gibran administration's governance is successful, a second term (beyond 2029) should be considered. This directive is believed to reflect President Widodo's intention to emphasize the continuation of the current administration's policies and a smooth transition to the new government. The Prabowo-Gibran pair had an advantage in the election campaign by including Gibran, President Widodo's eldest son, as their vice-presidential candidate, thereby aiming to attract the current president's support base. This instruction is interpreted as indicating President Widodo's stance to continue exerting influence on the stability and policy implementation of the new government, even after the presidential election victory. Particular attention is paid to the continuity in areas that the Widodo administration has prioritized, such as economic policy and infrastructure development.