Gerindra Reveals Criteria for Prabowo's Vice Presidential Candidates, Must Be Able to Execute Programs

JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com - The Gerindra Party has confirmed that the two vice-presidential candidates chosen by President Prabowo Subianto will be individuals capable of executing government programs and assisting in state duties.

This is because Prabowo prioritizes cabinet effectiveness when selecting the two vice-presidential candidates to replace Gibran Rakabuming Raka, who will be proposed to the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) of the Republic of Indonesia.

"The main consideration is cabinet work effectiveness. Any two names proposed by President Prabowo to the MPR will certainly be chosen based on their track record in program execution and their ability to assist the President directly in state tasks," said Gerindra Spokesperson Sugiat Santoso in a statement on Saturday (14/11/2026).

The two figures to be proposed by Prabowo are not merely supplementary or procedural formalities in the functioning of the government.

According to him, both candidates must still possess the capability and qualifications to assume the responsibilities of vice president.

In addition to the ability to implement government programs, Sugiat mentioned that Prabowo is also considering chemistry, loyalty, and the candidates' understanding of the government's strategic agenda.

The selected individual must strengthen the synergy between the executive and legislative branches and maintain national political stability until the end of the term, Sugiat emphasized.

Moreover, Sugiat noted that vice-presidential candidates must have a deep understanding of strategic government programs, such as food security, energy, and downstreaming initiatives.

Sugiat added that Prabowo is also paying attention to representation aspects when determining the two names. This consideration includes regional representation and generational inclusion so that candidates can engage all elements of the nation.

“In every strategic consideration, the President surely contemplates representation aspects that can embrace all elements of the nation, both in terms of regions and generations," he stated.

Despite this, Prabowo continues to prioritize discussions with the leaders of coalition political parties to gather input and maintain governmental solidarity.

Earlier, Gibran Rakabuming Raka submitted a resignation letter from the vice presidency to the leadership of the MPR on Thursday (12/11/2026).

MPR Chairman Ahmad Muzani stated that Gibran conveyed his purpose during a 20-minute meeting with MPR leaders.

Moreover, in the joint meeting on Friday (13/11/2026), the MPR set a plenary session to elect a vice president to replace Gibran on Wednesday (2/12/2026).

"The MPR plenary meeting to fill the vice presidency vacancy, which includes the election, inauguration, and ratification of the selected vice-presidential candidate, will be held on Wednesday, December 2, 2026, at the Senayan Building," Muzani said.

In addition to setting the plenary session schedule, the MPR decided to send a letter to President Prabowo asking him to submit the two vice-presidential candidates to replace Gibran promptly.

The MPR also formed a verification team for vice-presidential candidate requirements, consisting of 36 members, which will be chaired by one of the MPR leaders.