Megawati and Prabowo’s Meeting: A Moment of National Consolidation amid Hasto Kristiyanto Case
The political landscape in Indonesia has been abuzz with discussions surrounding the recent meeting between Megawati Soekarnoputri, General Chair of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDIP), and President Prabowo Subianto.While speculation swirled that the meeting would address the ongoing case of PDIP Secretary General hasto Kristiyanto, PDIP spokesperson Mohamad Guntur Romli clarified that the gathering was not about political agreements or Hasto’s legal troubles.
Instead, Guntur emphasized that the meeting symbolized a moment of national consolidation. “The two leaders respect and appreciate each other in their respective political positions,” he stated in a written release on Sunday, January 19, 2025. The meeting underscored the long-standing friendship and shared past and ideological ties between Megawati and Prabowo.
though, the Hasto Kristiyanto case remains a focal point for Megawati. She has repeatedly addressed the issue in public speeches, expressing her unwavering support for her party’s secretary general. During the 52nd Anniversary of the PDIP on January 10,2025,Megawati criticized the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK), stating that it appeared to have “no other work except to dig up Hasto Kristiyanto.”
Guntur revealed that megawati has drawn parallels between Hasto’s case and her own experiences during the New Order era, when she was questioned three times by the police.”Megawati Soekarnoputri as the general chair of the PDIP would not let go, let alone wash her hands of the Hasto Kristiyanto case,” he affirmed.
Hasto is implicated in a bribery case involving the appointment of Harun Masiku as a member of the House of Representatives (DPR) through an interim replacement (PAW) mechanism, following the death of Nazarudin Kiemas.The KPK has named Harun as a suspect, but he has evaded investigators since January 17, 2020, and remains on the wanted list (DPO).
| Key Points | Details |
|—————–|————-|
| Meeting Purpose | National consolidation,not political agreements or hasto’s case |
| Megawati’s Stance | full attention to Hasto’s case,criticized KPK’s focus |
| Hasto’s Allegations | Involved in bribery for Harun masiku’s DPR appointment |
| harun Masiku’s Status | Named suspect,on KPK’s wanted list since 2020 |
As the political drama unfolds,the meeting between Megawati and Prabowo highlights the delicate balance between personal relationships and political responsibilities. For more insights, read PDIP Calls Prabowo-Megawati Meeting Plan a Moment of National Consolidation.Stay updated with the latest news by following Tempo on Google News.
