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Indonesia President Prabowo approval falls to 51%

Entities: Prabowo Subianto · Saiful Mujani Research and Consulting · Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono · Bahlil Lahadalia · Dasco Ahmad

Overview

Public‑opinion data continue to show a rapid erosion of support for President Prabowo Subianto and Vice‑President Gibran Rakabuming Raka. Early May 2026, a Poltracking poll recorded 72.2 % overall satisfaction, while a May‑June Indopol poll later fell to 59.75 %. By late May, Puspoll noted a dip to 64.8 % in Prabowo’s personal rating, citing economic concerns. Earlier surveys ranged from 79.9 % (January 2026) to 65.4 % support for the free‑school‑meal programme (April 2026). Education level influences willingness to criticize: university‑educated respondents are more likely to voice dissent yet feel less fearful.

A Saiful Mujani Research and Consulting (SMRC) poll conducted 5‑19 July 2026 of 749 eligible voters showed Prabowo’s overall approval at 51.1 %, down from 81.2 % in November 2025. Very‑satisfied respondents fell to 4.8 % and dissatisfaction rose to 35 % somewhat dissatisfied and 11.9 % very dissatisfied. Only 15.7 % rated the economy good/very good and 13.5 % rated politics good/very good. Gerindra deputy speaker Dasco Ahmad said the party is studying the results for government evaluation, while DPR Commission II member Mardani Ali Sera warned the decline signals a need to adjust policy direction and the cabinet line‑up.

The sharp drop has reignited calls for a cabinet reshuffle, especially a new trade‑ministry head, as Golkar members and analysts argue several ministers lack the capacity to address economic and social challenges. Democratic Party leader Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono said no formal talks have occurred, and Energy Minister Bahlil Lahadalia urged the public not to speculate. State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi confirmed the president has not discussed any reshuffle, noting any changes would likely target vacant deputy‑minister posts in Agriculture and Immigration & Corrections following recent reassignments and a corruption probe.

Timeline

  1. about 21 hours ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Indonesia President Prabowo Subianto Faces Cabinet Reshuffle Speculation

    Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto faces cabinet reshuffle rumours as public approval drops, with calls for a new trade minister and vacant deputy posts highlighted.

  2. 1 day ago

    [POLITICS] 4 sources
    President Prabowo Subianto's approval rating drops to 51% in July 2026 survey

    A July 2026 SMRC poll shows President Prabowo Subianto’s public satisfaction fell to 51.1% from 81.2% a year earlier, prompting calls from lawmakers Dasco Ahmad and Mardani Ali Sera for policy and cabinet reass

  3. 4 days ago

    [POLITICS] 6 sources
    Indonesia President Prabowo Subianto's Approval Falls to 51% Amid Economic and Political Discontent

    Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto saw approval tumble to 51.1% in July 2026, a 30‑point drop tied to worsening views on the economy, politics and law enforcement.

  4. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Indonesia surveys show education‑linked criticism and strong approval for President Prabowo

    Indonesia surveys show higher education boosts criticism of the government, while President Prabowo enjoys strong public approval, with about 80% satisfied and broad support for his nutrition program.

  5. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    President Prabowo Subianto’s Approval at 64.8% in May 2026 Survey

    A May 2026 Puspoll survey shows 64.8% of Indonesians satisfied with President Prabowo Subianto’s performance, down from 67.7% in August 2025; 33.2% expressed dissatisfaction.

  6. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Indonesia's Prabowo‑Gibran administration records over 70% approval in new poll

    Poltracking poll (May 11‑17 2026) shows 72.2% public approval for Indonesia’s Prabowo‑Gibran administration, with most coalition parties also rating the government positively.

Sources

antaranews.com · barbaraganz.blog.ilsole24ore.com · beritajatim.com · era.id · gelora.co · goodstats.id · katadata.co.id · kfgo.com · liputan6.com · mediaindonesia.com · mix929.com · nasional.sindonews.com · papuabarat.antaranews.com · rmol.id · tabengan.com · wvfm1065.com

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