Indonesia's presidential election, which will be held on the 14th of this month, has reached its final day of campaigning. The latest opinion polls show that Defense Minister Prabowo, who claims to be the successor to incumbent President Joko Widodo, has a large lead, and the world is focused on the outcome of the election in Indonesia, which has the largest population and economy in Southeast Asia.
Three people are running in Indonesia's presidential election: Defense Minister Prabowo, former Jakarta Governor Anis, and former Central Java Governor Ganjar.
A major issue is whether to continue President Joko Widodo's policies, which have high public support.Ahead of the voting day on the 14th of this month, each candidate held large-scale rallies in the capital Jakarta and other places on the 10th, the final day of the election campaign. Ta.
Of these, Prabowo, who considers himself President Joko Widodo's successor, said, ``I will strive to bring prosperity and carry on what successive presidents have built,'' and appealed that he would continue the policies of the current administration.
On the other hand, Mr. Anis stated, ``All citizens want a democracy based on fairness and high ethical standards,'' and appealed for the need for reform, keeping in mind the current administration, which has been criticized for its democratic backsliding. .
Ganjar also stressed that "we will carefully consider the voice of the people with the intention of moving Indonesia forward."
The latest opinion polls show Prabowo's approval rating is over 50%, far ahead of the other two candidates.
Indonesia has the largest population and economy in Southeast Asia, and many Japanese companies have expanded into the country, and the world is paying close attention to the outcome of the election that will determine the new leader of Indonesia.