From General to President: Prabowo Subianto's Remarkable Journey

Prabowo Subianto, former general and defense minister, has been inaugurated as Indonesia's president. Known for overcoming past controversies, Subianto completed his ascent to leadership, supported by thousands, as he pledged continuity in policy after his landslide election victory, backed by his former rival, Joko Widodo.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Jakarta | Updated: 20-10-2024 09:19 IST | Created: 20-10-2024 09:19 IST
From General to President: Prabowo Subianto's Remarkable Journey
Prabowo Subianto
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Prabowo Subianto has been inaugurated as the president of Indonesia, the world's most populous Muslim-majority nation, marking a significant turning point in his political career.

The 73-year-old former general, once accused of human rights abuses, took his oath on the Quran in Jakarta, with thousands lining the streets in support.

Widely backed by outgoing President Joko Widodo, Subianto plans to continue major policies fostering national development and economic reform under his leadership.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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