Prabowo Subianto

Prabowo Subianto is the current President of Indonesia. A retired general, he now leads the world's largest Muslim-majority nation. He is newsworthy due to his recent foreign policy initiatives and domestic challenges. Recent events include his surprising reaction to the US-Israel war on Iran, his offer to mediate between the US and Iran, and Indonesia's involvement in the US-led "Board of Peace," which has drawn criticism. Domestically, his administration faces scrutiny over a US trade deal perceived as surrendering sovereignty, waste-to-energy projects involving Chinese companies, a ban on under-16s from certain social media platforms, and an acid attack on a rights activist raising concerns about democratic backsliding. He is also expanding security cooperation with Australia, Japan, and PNG. His relevance stems from Indonesia's significant role on the global stage and the implications of his policies for both domestic affairs and international relations, particularly in the Middle East and with the US.