APDESI (Association of Pasundan Entrepreneurs and Professionals) has recently been in the spotlight for allegedly showing their support for the Prabowo Subianto-Gibran Rakabuming Raka presidential ticket in the upcoming 2024 Indonesian presidential election. This news has stirred up reactions from various political figures, with the camps of Ganjar Pranowo and Anies Baswedan responding to the rumored support.
APDESI, as an organization aiming to bring together professionals and entrepreneurs from the Pasundan region, has always been vocal about their political stance. However, their alleged support for the Prabowo-Gibran ticket has caused a stir within the political landscape of Indonesia.
Ganjar Pranowo, the current Governor of Central Java and a potential presidential candidate for the 2024 election, has expressed his skepticism about the alleged APDESI support for his rival camp. In a recent statement, he emphasized the importance of transparency in political endorsements and urged APDESI to clarify their position.
On the other hand, Anies Baswedan, the Governor of Jakarta and another potential candidate for the 2024 election, has also weighed in on the issue. He stressed the need for organizations like APDESI to remain neutral and not get involved in political endorsements. Anies highlighted the importance of maintaining independence and not aligning with any specific political agenda.
The rumored support from APDESI for the Prabowo-Gibran ticket has caused a division within the organization itself, with some members expressing their support for the endorsement while others have voiced their opposition. This internal conflict has further fueled the ongoing debate about the role of business and professional organizations in Indonesian politics.
As the 2024 presidential election approaches, it is crucial for organizations like APDESI to carefully consider their political stance and the implications of their endorsements. The role of business and professional organizations in shaping the political landscape should be based on transparency, accountability, and a commitment to the public interest.
It remains to be seen how APDESI will address the controversy surrounding their alleged support for the Prabowo-Gibran ticket. In the meantime, the response from the camps of Ganjar Pranowo and Anies Baswedan underscores the complexity of Indonesian politics and the importance of maintaining neutrality in the lead-up to the 2024 presidential election.
