Prabowo Honors Suharto: Controversial Legacy

Indonesias former president, Suharto, was officially declared a national hero by current President Prabowo Subianto, his former son-in-law. This move has sparked controversy, as Suhartos rule was marked by rapid economic growth, strict human rights violations, and alleged corruption. He was suspected of amassing billions through corruption and was accused of overseeing the 1965 purge of communists, where hundreds of thousands were killed. Despite these allegations, Suharto gained Western support due to his anti-communist stance. His political party, Golkar, still holds significant influence in Indonesian politics. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.