Indonesia - April 2023

A surprise 2 March decision by the Central Jakarta district court to postpone the 2024 national elections for two years was overturned on 11 April. The initial decision had launched weeks of political uncertainty and speculation that President Joko Widodo was seeking to extend his rule beyond constitutionally mandated term limits. Joko Widodo has repeatedly denied he plans to seek another term, but the subject has been raised by supporters. In overturning the decision, the Jakarta High Court ruled the lower court had no legal authority to weigh in on the matter.

Sources: Reuters, Benar News