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Nahdlatul Ulama prepares for 35th Muktamar in Jombang
Preparations for the 35th Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) Muktamar, scheduled for August 27–31, 2026, in Jombang, East Java, have reached over 85 percent completion. The event, which may be opened by President Prabowo Subianto, is centered at the Bahrul Ulum Tambakberas Islamic Boarding School.
As the leadership transition approaches, several key issues have emerged. Yenny Wahid has called for absolute internal reconciliation to unite various factions following the election. Meanwhile, KH Musta’in Syafi’ie has proposed transforming the Ahlul Halli Wal Aqdi (AHWA) into a permanent institution with the power to dismiss leaders who violate organizational rules. There are also calls from the Janur network to include female scholars in the AHWA.
Concerns regarding political interference have been raised. Gus Lilur has requested that President Prabowo ensure no government officials use his name or state facilities to influence the PBNU leadership race. Additionally, KH Ahmad Zaki Fuad has warned against 'package politics,' where candidate pairings are pre-determined before the official forum. To prepare spiritually, thousands of followers recently participated in an istighosah prayer session in Jombang.
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Gus Lilur · Jombang · KH Musta’in Syafi’ie · Nahdlatul Ulama · Nasaruddin Umar · PBNU · Prabowo Subianto · Yahya Cholil Staquf · Yenny Wahid
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] KH Musta’in Syafi’ie proposed that the Ahlul Halli Wal Aqdi (AHWA) be established as a permanent institution rather than an ad hoc one. www.viva.co.id
- [● 2 SOURCES] KH Musta’in Syafi’ie stated that money politics is a factual reality ahead of the 35th NU Muktamar. www.jpnn.com · www.viva.co.id
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Jombang Regency Government amended local regulations to provide free medical services to Muktamar participants not covered by BPJS.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The proposed permanent AHWA should have the authority to dismiss the Rais Aam and PBNU Chairperson for violating organizational rules. www.viva.co.id
- [● 2 SOURCES] Gus Lilur requested President Prabowo Subianto to ensure no individuals use his name or state facilities for personal political interests in the PBNU leadership race. nasional.sindonews.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Muhammadiyah is providing 10,000 portions of meatballs, coffee, and eggs for free to Muktamar attendees.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Muhammadiyah is providing 100 to 200 Kokam personnel to assist with security for the NU Muktamar.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Gus Lilur reported information that certain officials are attempting to influence the election of KH Abdul Hakim Mahfudz or KH Miftahul Akhyar. nasional.sindonews.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Preparations for the 35th NU Muktamar in Jombang have reached over 85 percent completion. www.jpnn.com