Indonesian VP Resigns Over Eligibility Scandal

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1. 10 Nov

   JAKARTA, Indonesia — Indonesia's vice president offered to resign during a meeting with President Prabowo Subianto on Tuesday, according to officials, adding to the turmoil at the highest levels of the country's leadership.

   4 outlets · NPR
2. 11 Nov

   Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka, the 39-year-old son of former President Joko Widodo, submitted his resignation during a meeting with President Prabowo Subianto on Tuesday, saying he wanted to avoid a prolonged political controversy.

   5 outlets · Toronto Star
3. 12 Nov

   Under Indonesia’s constitution, a vice-presidential vacancy does not trigger a new election.

   4 outlets · South China Morning Post

Coverage 12 articles

• 12 Nov Indonesia vice president resigns amid dispute over eligibilityIndonesia’s vice president, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, resigned on Thursday after facing scrutiny over his high school diploma eligibility, as reported by parliament's speaker. His resignation follows recent court rulings and mounting pressure from lawmakers questioning his qualifications for office. The 39-year-old son of former President Joko Widodo served two years of a five-year term before stepping down to prevent…Al Jazeera
• 12 Nov Indonesia's Vice President resigns as eligibility and academic credentials are questionedOn November 12, 2026, Indonesia's Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka resigned from office after court rulings questioned his educational qualifications required for the position. The resignation came following a parliamentary petition initiated by lawmakers alleging that Mr. Raka did not meet the necessary academic criteria established by Indonesian law and Constitution. He handed in his resignation at Jakarta’s…The Hindu
• 12 Nov What went wrong for Indonesia's VP Gibran Rakabuming Raka?Indonesia's Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka resigned before completing his term due to ongoing legal challenges questioning his eligibility for office. Critics argued that he did not provide valid proof of completing senior high school as required by law. Despite initial rulings in his favor, the Constitutional and Supreme Courts invalidated his substitute certificate, leading to calls for his impeachment…ABC News (AU)
• 12 Nov Indonesia's vice-president quits amid pressure over his academic credentialsIndonesia’s Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has resigned after facing pressure to prove his academic credentials, following court rulings questioning the validity of his high school diploma and equivalency certificate. His submission to parliament sets off a 60-day process for approval and replacement selection. The resignation highlights growing political tensions between President Prabowo Subianto and former…ABC News (AU)
• 12 Nov Gibran officially resigns as Indonesia’s vice-president after degree scandalGibran has resigned as Indonesia’s vice-president due to a degree scandal. His father, President Joko Widodo, stated that he supports Prabowo despite the conflict arising from Gibran's departure. According to Indonesian law, the People’s Consultative Assembly must elect a new vice-president within 60 days from two candidates nominated by the president.South China Morning Post
• 12 Nov Indonesia's vice president resigns as his eligibility and academic credentials are questionedGibran Rakabuming Raka, Indonesia’s vice president and son of former President Joko Widodo, resigned on Thursday from his position amid doubts about his eligibility due to recent court rulings questioning his academic qualifications. He handed over his resignation to the leadership of the People’s Consultative Assembly at the parliament building in Jakarta.Toronto Star
• 12 Nov Indonesian VP resigns over education qualification rowGibran Rakabuming Raka, the vice president of Indonesia and son of former president Joko Widodo, has resigned due to a controversy surrounding his educational qualifications. This development raises concerns among analysts about potential instability in Indonesia's economy, which is the largest in South Asia.Al Jazeera
• 11 Nov Indonesia's vice president resigns amid signs ruling alliance is frayingIndonesia's Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has resigned amid legal challenges questioning his educational qualifications to hold office. The Supreme Court ruled that Gibran’s high school document used in his election campaign was invalid, prompting calls for his impeachment from over 100 lawmakers. His resignation submission to President Prabowo Subianto on Wednesday may intensify political tensions within…BBC
• 11 Nov 120 Indonesian lawmakers seek vice president's impeachment after education credentials questionedIndonesian lawmakers are initiating impeachment proceedings against Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka due to concerns over his educational qualifications. A total of 120 lawmakers have endorsed the move following recent court rulings that cast doubt on Raka's credentials. The vice president, who is also the son of former President Joko Widodo, has submitted his resignation in an attempt to prevent a political…Toronto Star
• 11 Nov Indonesian VP resignation drama raises stakes for Prabowo as alliances strainThe potential resignation of Indonesian Vice President Gibran could lead to a scramble for the vice-presidential position and weaken his father's political influence. Observers are unsure if Gibran genuinely wants to leave but agree that this situation highlights shifting political alliances and the declining power of former president Joko Widodo.South China Morning Post

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