Gibran Admits There Were No Obstacles While Being A Young Leader

Surakarta Mayor Gibran Rakabuming Raka gave a statement to reporters in Solo, Central Java, Monday (21/8/2023). ANTARA/Aris Wasita

Solo Mayor Gibran Rakabuming Raka admitted that there were no obstacles during his time as a young leader even though many doubted it. "There are no obstacles," he said in Solo, Central Java, as reported by Antara, Monday, August 21. Currently, many regions and political parties provide space for young people. Therefore, he admitted that so far there were no significant obstacles while leading the city of Solo. Related to this, he considered the existence of young people in the political world quite important. Moreover, currently many of them have high concern for the world of education. "Now they are very concerned, there are many (in many fields). Including sports," he said. However, he said, regional heads do not have to be filled by young leaders. Leaders can come from any age during understanding the times. "The important thing is to understand the challenges of the times and the needs that exist today, for millennials, Gen Z, and others," he said. Meanwhile, currently Gibran's name is predicted to run as a vice presidential candidate. Related to this, he admitted that he had never volunteered or offered himself to any party.

"I've never volunteered or offered myself, I've never been like that. People are noisy," he said.