Prabowo: Gibran is Still Very Young, Has a Long Future Ahead...

JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com - Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto is confident that 14th Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has a bright future ahead due to his youth.

"I told him that I believe he is still very young and has a long future ahead of him," Prabowo stated at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta on Thursday (12/11/2026).

Prabowo expressed his regret at receiving Gibran's letter of resignation as vice president, but he is confident that Gibran will succeed in his future career.

Additionally, Prabowo offered prayers for Gibran and his family to navigate this challenging time.

"I want to assure him that I will continue to provide support, and I pray that he and his family are given strength to face these difficult times," he said.

Gibran Submits Resignation Letter to MPR

As reported earlier, Gibran submitted his resignation letter to the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) on Thursday (12/11/2026).

Gibran arrived at the Parliament Complex in Senayan, Jakarta, around 11:16 AM WIB.

MPR Chairman Ahmad Muzani revealed that Gibran directly communicated the purpose of his visit during a meeting with MPR leaders that lasted about 20 minutes.

Muzani stated that the MPR will hold a leadership meeting to follow up on the letter.

Meanwhile, President Prabowo has 14 days to submit the names of two candidates for vice president to the MPR following their request.