Prabowo Subianto’s Neoliberalism Critique Misfires
Neoliberal labelling is resurfacing. This ill-conceived concept in Indonesian politics puts the country's reputation at risk.
Yopie Hidayat
November 13, 2023
After longed left dormant, the narrative surrounding neoliberalism is unexpectedly resurfacing. Prabowo Subianto, a presidential candidate in the coming election, is venting certain grievances, asserting that there are ministers with neoliberal tendencies in President Joko Widodo's current cabinet. This element of neoliberalism he claims is not in harmony with the President’s inclination, which he asserts tends to prioritize t
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