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Jokowi says cabinet working normally, amid reports of discontent
"The cabinet has no problem," Jokowi told reporters when asked about unease in the cabinet, adding it was normal and democratic to have differences of opinion.
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President Joko 'Jokowi' Widodo (center) joined by State-owned Enterprises Minister Erick Thohir (2nd right) and member of the Presidential Advisory Council Gandhi Sulistiyanto (3rd right), take a tour around Nusantara Capital City (IKN) on Jan. 17, 2024. (The Jakarta Post/Antara)
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resident Joko "Jokowi" Widodo said on Friday his cabinet was working normally, amid reports of discontent among his ministers.
"The cabinet has no problem," Jokowi told reporters when asked about unease in the cabinet, adding it was normal and democratic to have differences of opinion.
Indonesia will have presidential and legislative elections on Feb. 14.
Indonesian Media has reported some discontent in Jokowi's cabinet following public criticism leveled at the president about perceived political interference and lack of neutrality in his tacit backing of leading candidate, Prabowo Subianto, his defence minister.
Jokowi has said presidents are allowed to support candidates.
Prabowo is on a ticket with Jokowi's son as his running mate.
While Jokowi has not explicitly endorsed any of the three candidates, he has made highly publicised appearances with Prabowo.
