Indonesia is holding its presidential election, featuring Defence Minister Prabowo Subianto, former Jakarta Governor Anies Baswedan, and Central Java Governor Ganjar Pranowo. Subianto, linked to the Suharto dictatorship, leads in polls, but a runoff is possible. The election spans parliamentary posts with tens of thousands of candidates. Subianto aims to continue Widodo’s economic plans, facing opposition from human rights activists. Baswedan opposes the capital relocation plan, and Pranowo lacks Widodo’s support but served as Central Java governor. The complex election involves logistical challenges in a vast archipelago with 17,000 islands and a population of 270 million.
Indonesia Holds Complex Presidential Election Amidst Strong Contenders and Logistical Challenges
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