Jokowi Rumored for PSI Trustee Role; Kaesang Responds
Son coy on President’s potential appointment following PSI Congress
Speculation is mounting that Indonesian President Joko Widodo might join the Indonesian Solidarity Party (PSI) as a member of its Board of Trustees. The current General Chair of PSI, Kaesang Pangarep, addressed the rumors, offering a non-committal response.
Uncertainty Over Presidential Involvement
Following his re-election as PSI’s General Chair, **Kaesang Pangarep** stated that clarity on President **Joko Widodo**’s potential role would emerge after the official formation of the party’s executive board and its organizational team.
“Everything will be clearer when the formation of the DPP with the formation team that helps me to form all structures,” **Kaesang** commented after the conclusion of the PSI I Congress in Solo.
President’s Show of Support
Earlier, President **Joko Widodo** attended the opening of the PSI Congress. During his address, he expressed his strong backing for the party.
โTherefore I will be full supporting PSI. Therefore, I will work hard for PSI.โ
โJoko Widodo
His remarks were met with enthusiastic reception from PSI cadres. This show of support has fueled further discussions about his potential formal involvement with the party.
According to a recent report by Statista, youth engagement in political parties in Indonesia has seen a slight increase, with PSI aiming to capture this demographic by aligning with popular figures (Statista, 2024).
The Road Ahead for PSI
The coming weeks will be crucial for PSI as **Kaesang Pangarep** and his team work to establish the party’s leadership structure. The outcome of these formations is expected to shed more light on any potential role for President **Joko Widodo** within the party’s highest echelons.