Indonesia's NasDem party eyes coalition after endorsing potential presidential candidates


(From left) Jakarta Governor Anies Baswedan, Central Java Governor Ganjar Pranowo - ANIES BASWEDAN/FACEBOOK, GANJAR PRANOWO/FACEBOOK, REUTERS

JAKARTA (The Straits Times/Asia News Network): Indonesia's fourth largest party NasDem has endorsed three presidential candidates, and is in talks with other political parties to form a coalition that can nominate a candidate for the 2024 election.

The party's shortlist comprises Jakarta Governor Anies Baswedan and Central Java Governor Ganjar Pranowo - both front runners in electoral surveys - along with Indonesian military commander (TNI) General Andika Perkasa. All three are non-NasDem members.

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