Indonesian VP Denies Link Between Resignation and Education Credential Scrutiny
Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka stated his resignation was "not an easy decision, but the best decision," asserting it was unrelated to scrutiny over his educational credentials. He emphasized prioritizing national unity and the future.
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