Early Friction
AS predicted, President Joko Widodo eventually involved many political parties in his new cabinet. This was aimed at forming a government that is strong and effective, but it will bring many disadvantages. A coalition that is too large tends to lack unity and is prone to political friction, which disrupts the performance of the cabinet.
Tempo
November 4, 2019
THESE signs appeared immediately after Jokowi announced the composition of the Indonesia Progress Cabinet. A number of parties were disappointed because they were not given ministerial posts as they had hoped. There were some parties supporting Jokowi who did not obtain a single seat, either as minister or deputy ministers. The ripples of disappointment could trigger political moves that damage the solidarity of the coalition supporting the gover
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