Elections for local bodies, parliamentary seats, and the presidency were held in Indonesia, the third-largest democracy in the world, on 14.02.2024
Nationwide, security has been stepped up in anticipation of the election. In the presidential race, three contenders are engaged in fierce rivalry. Joko Widodo, the president in office at the time, did not run for office.
Prabolo Subianto, the defense minister, is in competition with Anees Basledan and Kanjar Pranovo, the former province governors.
To win an election, a candidate needs to receive 50% of the total votes cast. If no candidate obtains 50% of the vote, there will be a runoff election in June.
Opinion polls predict that Defense Minister Prabolo will win with 52% of the vote. The President of the United States supports him. It is notable that President Joko Widodo's son is a candidate for vice president.