Joko Widodo's popularity is high due to his relentless focus on curating his public persona, coupled with the country's strong economic growth. His departure from office in 2024 will be pivotal in deciding who the next leader of Indonesia will be. The text also mentions that both candidates, Prabowo Subianto and Ganjar Pranowo, have said they will continue Jokowi's signature policies such as developing Indonesia's booming nickel industry and other ambitious infrastructure projects. However, the text also highlights that Mr Gibran Rakabuming was selected as Mr Prabowo's vice-presidential candidate by his father, who is a constitutional court judge. The ruling has been criticized for being undemocratic and nepotistic. The two front-runners are very different with Mr Prabowo being the leader of Gerindra party while Mr Ganjar Pranowo leads the National Awakening Party (PKB). Both candidates have their own supporters and the election is expected to be a close race.
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