At the Kartini Peunayong market in Banda Aceh, Mr Arif Fadila confesses he hasn't been following closely the campaign to elect Indonesia's president. While his final decision will hinge on chats with his family, it is clear what his priorities are.
"Religion first, and then jobs," the 23-year-old said while minding his family's vegetable stall in Aceh's capital, adding that he is leaning towards Mr Prabowo Subianto, who is challenging President Joko Widodo for the top job.
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