Indonesian President Prabowo says he accepts VP's resignation
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has accepted the resignation of Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka. The resignation follows political pressure and controversy regarding the validity of Gibran's academic credentials.
Why it matters
The sudden resignation of a Vice President creates a significant political vacancy in Indonesia, triggering constitutional requirements for a successor.
JAKARTA: (Bernama-Xinhua) Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto said on Thursday (Nov 12) that he accepted the resignation of Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka, reported Xinhua.
Prabowo made the remarks at a press conference alongside Gibran at the Presidential Palace.
Gibran submitted his resignation to the People's Consultative Assembly earlier on Thursday, amid questions over his academic credentials, according to local media.
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