Those Opposing Perppu on Job Creation
It’s not surprising to see the opposition parties reject the new Government Regulation in Lieu of Law (Perppu) No. 2/2022 on Job Creation issued by President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo. What’s worth highlighting more is a harsh criticism over the Perppu from law expert and former Chief Justice of the Constitutional Court (MK), Jimly Asshiddiqie. Jimly, who is now a member of the Regional Representatives Council (DPD), talked about a potential impeachment of President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo due to the issuance of the Perppu.
The Latest Electability Survey
The Indikator Politik Indonesia has released the results of its latest electability survey on Wednesday (Jan 4). The pollster found some interesting findings, including the correlation between the level of public satisfaction over President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo and the electability of presidential candidate who is potentially being endorsed by the President. The survey results have also raised some questions.
Jokowi’s Meetings
In the last few days, President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo met with some key leaders of political parties within his ruling coalition in separate meeting sessions at the State Palace Jakarta. These meetings are worth highlighting not only because it occurred amid rumors of a cabinet reshuffle, but also in light of 2024 race. There could be more meetings held by the President that we should continue to monitor.
Cabinet Reshuffle: PDIP vs Nasdem
The tension is heating up between the ruling party PDIP and the Nasdem Party in the midst of rumors regarding cabinet reshuffle. PDIP is confident that the reshuffle will happen soon, and the Party urges ministers from Nasdem, a political party led by media mogul Surya Paloh, to resign from the cabinet.
The Opposition Also Waiting Megawati’s Decision
The opposition party PKS stated that one of the Party’s considerations before determining the future of its potential coalition with Democratic Party and Nasdem Party is the decision from Megawati Soekarnoputri, the chairperson of the ruling party PDIP. PKS, like everyone else, is waiting for Megawati’s decision regarding PDIP’s presidential candidate for 2024 race.
Cabinet Reshuffle Soon?
President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo asks people to wait for his decision on cabinet reshuffle. This is the third time the President made a statement about the matter within the last few weeks. Even though it’s a brief one, it’s enough to convince people that the reshuffle will be happening soon.
Prabowo’s East Java Visit (3)
Prabowo Subianto, the chairman of Gerindra Party and the minister of defense, ended 2022 by visiting East Java province once again. Many believe that he will likely be visiting East Java even more often in 2023, and one can understand why, considering his defeat in the last two presidential elections.
Awaiting Megawati’s Decision
The Secretary General of the ruling party PDIP, Hasto Kristiyanto, confirmed that Megawati Soekarnoputri will soon announce the Party’s presidential candidate for 2024 race. Hasto didn’t mention the specific date, but some believe that the announcement will take place this month, perhaps during the Party’s anniversary event.
Latest Rumors on Cabinet Reshuffle
Rumors continue to swirl around the upcoming cabinet reshuffle. The latest rumor said that General (ret) Andika Perkasa, former Military Commander (Panglima TNI), might be appointed to replace one of the ministers from Nasdem Party, a political party led by media...
Amien’s New Political Party & 2024 Race
Today, on Dec. 30, the General Election Commission (KPU) is scheduled to hold a plenary meeting to determine on whether or not the Partai Ummat or the Ummah Party, a new political party established by Amien Rais, can participate in 2024 elections. Let’s talk about the...