Indonesian VP resigns over education qualification row

Indonesian Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has submitted his resignation letter to President Prabowo Subianto amid controversy over his educational qualifications and an impeachment initiative against him.

Gibran submitted the letter on Thursday (November 12) after meeting leaders of the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR). MPR Speaker Ahmad Muzani confirmed the move but did not disclose the reason, according to Reuters.

The 39-year-old, who was elected alongside Prabowo in 2024, has faced scrutiny over his overseas educational credentials. The controversy intensified after 120 lawmakers signed a proposal on Wednesday (November 11) to initiate impeachment proceedings against him.