Political and populist moves make for an assertive, ambitious first year under President Prabowo

One year into office, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has delivered stability on the political front by uniting diverse groups and launched populist programmes that have benefited the common folk, but at a steep cost.

While Mr Prabowo has achieved a degree of political stability by bringing most major parties into his governing coalition, observers say that weakening democratic checks and balances, alongside challenges in governance and the economy, show that lasting progress will require more than mere authority.

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