Indonesia's VP resigns over eligibility questions

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Indonesia's vice president has resigned from office. This comes amid growing questions about his academic background and eligibility for the post.

Indonesia's vice president has resigned from office. This comes amid growing questions about his academic background and eligibility for the post.

Gibran Rakabuming Raka submitted his resignation to the People's Consultative Assembly and President Prabowo Subianto on Thursday. He is the eldest son of former President Joko Widodo.

He was elected alongside Prabowo in the 2024 election. Vice presidential candidates are required by law to have a high school education. In October, the Supreme Court ruled that a government-issued certificate recognizing Gibran's overseas education as equivalent to a high school diploma was invalid. This fueled calls for impeachment proceedings.

There was some speculation the resignation could deepen a reported rift between Prabowo and Joko. But Joko said after the announcement that he would continue to support the president.

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