The Intelligence from The Economist The Intelligence: A former general, elected in Indonesia
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Feb 15, 2024 
Su Lin Wong, The Economist’s Southeast Asia correspondent, provides keen insights on Indonesia's recent presidential election, where former general Prabowo Subianto emerged victorious. Wong discusses Prabowo's controversial past and the concerns over democracy and authoritarianism under his rule. The conversation also touches on AMD's competitive moves against Nvidia in the AI chip market and the rise of slap fighting as a new combat sport, sparking debates about safety and entertainment value.
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Prabowo's Past Elections
- Prabowo Subianto, Indonesia's new president, ran against Jokowi twice, losing both times.
- In 2019, he falsely claimed a stolen vote and incited deadly riots.
Jokowi's Influence
- Prabowo's victory is largely attributed to Jokowi's endorsement, despite their past rivalry.
- Jokowi's popularity and his son's vice-presidential candidacy boosted Prabowo's campaign.
Election Concerns
- Many Indonesians view this election as the most unfair since Suharto's fall in 1998.
- Critics cite revoked permits, shut-off electricity, and intimidation tactics.