Malaysia-Indonesia ties remain strong despite Gibran's resignation, says Fahmi
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia-Indonesia ties will remain unaffected by the resignation of Indonesian vice-president Gibran Rakabuming Raka, said government spokesman Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil.
Malaysia and Indonesia's ties remain resilient despite the resignation of Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka, according to government spokesman Fahmi Fadzil. The spokesman affirmed that the political developments in Indonesia would not impact the strong bonds between the neighboring nations. Fahmi recently returned from Jakarta, where he witnessed the continued goodwill between the two countries.
Deputy Prime Minister Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi also visited Indonesia and met with the President, further strengthening the ties. Fahmi expressed confidence that the good relations between Malaysia and Indonesia would continue to thrive, irrespective of any future developments. Gibran, 39, the son of former Indonesian President Joko Widodo, resigned on Wednesday due to concerns over his eligibility following court rulings regarding his educational qualifications.
He formally tendered his resignation to Indonesia's People's Consultative Assembly the same day. The resignation occurred amidst growing political tensions stemming from President Prabowo Subianto's alliance with Widodo, who supported Prabowo's presidential bid in 2024 after previously losing to him in two presidential elections.
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