Indonesia’s Vice-President Gibran Raka Signals Possible Resignation Amid Degree Controversy
Indonesia’s Vice-President Gibran Raka Signals Possible Resignation Amid Degree Controversy
Indonesia’s Vice-President, Gibran Raka, has reportedly indicated his willingness to step down amid growing controversy over the authenticity and validity of his educational qualifications.
The 39-year-old vice-president reportedly communicated his intention to resign during a meeting with President Prabowo Subianto on Tuesday, as lawmakers consider investigating his eligibility to remain in office.
Presidential spokesperson Prasetyo Hadi confirmed that Gibran raised the possibility of stepping down during the discussion.
“During the discussion, the vice-president expressed his intention to resign in light of the evolving situation,” Hadi said.
However, the spokesperson dismissed reports that President Prabowo had rejected the proposal, without confirming whether the president had accepted the resignation request.
The controversy centres on questions surrounding the educational documents Gibran presented during his candidacy in the 2024 presidential election.
The dispute intensified after Indonesia’s Constitutional Court and Supreme Court reportedly issued rulings concerning whether his educational records satisfied election requirements.
Although the Constitutional Court maintained that it lacked the authority to disqualify him, lawmakers are considering further investigations into his eligibility.
The proposed inquiry could potentially trigger a wider political process, including impeachment proceedings.
Gibran, 39, is the son of former Indonesian President Joko Widodo.
