Prabowo Subianto sworn in as Indonesia's president, pledges unity and reform
Summary: Prabowo Subianto was sworn in as Indonesia's president on October 20, 2024, succeeding Joko Widodo. He aims to tackle corruption and promote self-sufficiency in food and energy. This marks a significant shift from his past as a military commander facing rights abuse allegations.
In his inaugural speech, Prabowo emphasized unity and the need for a respectful democracy. He announced a cabinet that retains many economic ministers from the previous administration, signaling continuity in governance.
Prabowo's presidency comes amid heightened security in Jakarta, with over 100,000 personnel deployed. He also expressed support for Palestine and plans to maintain Indonesia's non-aligned foreign policy.
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