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Prabowo Subianto was inaugurated as Indonesia’s eighth president on Sunday, marking a significant transition in the world’s third-largest democracy, Reuters reported today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The 73-year-old former defense minister and special forces commander secured nearly 60% of the vote in the February 14 election, succeeding Joko Widodo, who completed two five-year terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The swearing-in ceremony, attended by over 30 international dignitaries, took place during a special session of the People\u2019s Consultative Assembly. In his inaugural address, Subianto pledged to enhance food and energy security and eradicate corruption, emphasizing a commitment to all Indonesians.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, his presidency faces challenges, including a shrinking middle class, which has declined from 57.3 million in 2019 to 47.8 million this year. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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