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Uphill Road for Indonesia's Prabowo

Lofty promises meet harsh realities

Our Correspondent
Jul 14, 2025
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Less than a year into his presidency, Prabowo Subianto, who assumed office last October, finds himself navigating a political and economic minefield. His administration, eager to roll out a set of sweeping campaign promises, is now facing mounting criticism over hasty execution, lack of planning and internal discord, leaving what was once a bold elector…

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