Gibran Rakabuming Raka submitted his resignation letter to the MPR leadership at the parliamentary complex in Jakarta on Thursday, 12 November 2026. MPR Speaker Ahmad Muzani confirmed that Gibran had also submitted his resignation to President Prabowo Subianto.
The resignation follows rulings by Indonesia's Constitutional Court and Supreme Court concerning Gibran's educational qualifications and their compliance with the requirements for holding the vice presidency. Gibran had served as Vice President alongside President Prabowo Subianto since 20 October 2024.
Following the submission of his resignation, the House of Representatives (DPR) cancelled a plenary session scheduled to discuss a parliamentary proposal concerning Gibran's eligibility to remain in office.
Constitutional Process for Appointing a New Vice President
Under Article 8(2) of Indonesia's 1945 Constitution, a vacancy in the vice presidency must be filled by the MPR within 60 days. The President is responsible for nominating two candidates, from whom the MPR elects the new Vice President.
MPR Speaker Ahmad Muzani confirmed that the Assembly would discuss the resignation and determine the subsequent procedural steps.
President Prabowo Subianto remains in office. The appointment of a new Vice President will follow the applicable constitutional procedures.
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