JAKARTA – President Joko Widodo’s recent lunch with all three presidential candidates in Indonesia was aimed at showcasing his neutrality, amid accusations that he is trying to build a political dynasty through his elder son, who is the running mate of the leading contender, analysts said.
Photos of the smiling Indonesian leader made headlines on Monday as he hosted Mr Prabowo Subianto, Mr Ganjar Pranowo and Mr Anies Baswedan to a spread of black pepper beef, squid, prawns and soto Lamongan – a chicken soup that is the speciality of East Java’s Lamongan regency – at the Jakarta state palace.
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