BALINEWSID.COM, JAKARTA – President Prabowo Subianto has expressed his support for Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s decision to resign as vice president, saying that Gibran still has a long future ahead of him in his career and public service.

Prabowo made the statement during a press briefing at the Merdeka Palace in Jakarta on Thursday (Nov. 12, 2026), after receiving Gibran’s formal resignation letter earlier that morning.

“I told him that I believe he is still very young and has a long future ahead of him. I am confident that he will succeed in his future career and public service,” Prabowo said.

The president said he understood that the decision was not an easy one. He also offered his support and prayers for Gibran and his family as they navigate what he described as a difficult situation.

According to Prabowo, Gibran had demonstrated courage, a strong sense of responsibility and statesmanship through his decision.

Prabowo also drew on his own life experiences, saying he had faced various challenges and difficult circumstances throughout his journey.

“Throughout my own life, I have also faced various trials and difficult circumstances. Therefore, I believe he will be able to get through this situation with resilience,” he said.

The president also expressed his appreciation for Gibran’s contributions during the past two years of working alongside him in the administration.

Prabowo said Gibran had visited 35 provinces and 149 regencies and municipalities, as well as inspected 303 government project sites over the past two years.

He said these activities reflected Gibran’s hard work, dedication and commitment to fulfilling his responsibilities as vice president.

“For all his service and hard work, I extend my deepest gratitude and appreciation,” Prabowo said.