Prabowo Receives Gibran’s Resignation Letter, Reflects on Their Working Relationship

JAKARTA, JakartaWeekly.com—President Prabowo Subianto has outlined how he and Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka divided their responsibilities during the first two years of the administration. Under the arrangement, Gibran was tasked with visiting regions across the country to monitor the implementation of government programs.

Prabowo said he had established the division of responsibilities at the beginning of his administration. While he focused on formulating national policies at the central government level, Gibran was assigned to oversee the implementation of government programs in various regions.

“From the outset of the administration, I asked him to go directly to regions, including remote areas, to check on the implementation of government programs. I was the one who arranged this division of responsibilities,” Prabowo said in an official statement.

Prabowo explained that he wanted to concentrate on formulating national policies, improving regulations, enhancing efficiency, addressing irregularities across various sectors, and reforming the economic system to bring it back in line with the 1945 Constitution, particularly Articles 33 and 34.

He also said that the increasingly uncertain global situation and ongoing armed conflicts required his direct attention.

During the administration’s first two years, Gibran visited 35 provinces and 149 regencies and cities. He also inspected and reviewed 303 government project sites.

“He has carried out these duties well. Within two years, he visited 35 provinces and 149 regencies and cities, and inspected and reviewed 303 government project sites,” Prabowo said.

Prabowo noted that Gibran’s contributions began before they took office. According to him, Gibran had also supported him during the election campaign as they sought a mandate from the people.

He added that the government’s various achievements over the past two years could not be separated from Gibran’s role and contributions.

Prabowo expressed his gratitude and appreciation to Gibran for his service, dedication, and hard work in carrying out his responsibilities.

Prabowo made these remarks in a statement addressing the latest constitutional and political developments.

On the same occasion, he revealed that Gibran had visited him at 10:15 a.m. and submitted a letter stating his intention to resign from the position of Vice President of the Republic of Indonesia.

Following their meeting, Gibran went directly to the leadership of the People’s Consultative Assembly (MPR) to personally submit his resignation letter.

“It was with a heavy heart that I accepted the letter, while respecting and supporting the decision he had made,” Prabowo said.

Prabowo said Gibran had demonstrated courage, a strong sense of responsibility, and statesmanship through his decision.

He also pledged to continue supporting Gibran, expressing confidence that the Vice President still had a long future ahead of him in his career and continued service to the country.