Popularity of Indonesian President Jokowi’s son Gibran endures despite election campaign gaffes: Experts

epa11054529 Indonesia’s President Joko Widodo's son, who is also a Vice Presidential Candidate Gibran Rakabuming Raka (C), arrives at the election watchdog's (Bawaslu) office for questioning in Jakarta, Indonesia, 03 January 2024. The election watchdog (Bawaslu) summoned Gibran Rakabuming Raka for questioning over an alleged violation of campaign rules by distributing free milk to the public at a weekly ‘car free day’ event in Jakarta. EPA-EFE/MAST IRHAM

Indonesian vice-presidential candidate Gibran Rakabuming Raka arriving at the election watchdog's office for questioning on Jan 3 over an alleged campaign violation.

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JAKARTA – President Joko Widodo’s son Gibran Rakabuming Raka, who is

running for vice-president in Indonesia’s 2024 polls,

has found himself in hot water yet again – this time over an alleged campaign violation involving distributing milk to children.

But despite a series of slip-ups surrounding the 36-year-old candidate, including inaccurate comments on pregnant women and reported misbehaviour during official debates, analysts say his electoral prospects are not significantly dented.

Popularity of Indonesian President Jokowi’s son Gibran endures despite election campaign gaffes: Experts

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