Inside Indonesia’s inner circle: Hashim Djojohadikusumo on his brother Prabowo’s vision

Hashim Djojohadikusumo, brother of Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, discussed the administration's performance and vision in a recent interview. He acknowledged the government's communication challenges despite having a strong message, admitting to "subpar" media relations. The conversation addressed MSCI's recent warning regarding the Indonesian stock market, triggered by concerns over opaque shareholding structures and potential market manipulation. This warning led to market instability, prompting government intervention and resignations of officials. Reforms are now pledged to stabilize the market, including increasing free-float minimums and cracking down on disruptive trading. Hashim's insights provide a look into the government's perspective on its successes and areas needing improvement.

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