Prabowo Subianto, who has been elected as Indonesia’s President for the 2024-2029 term, has been recognized as one of the top 50 influential Muslims in the world in 2025. He has secured the 18th position on the list, alongside other prominent Muslim leaders such as King Abdullah II of Jordan, President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia, and President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan of Turkey.
Prabowo’s strong diplomatic ties with these influential leaders were highlighted when they congratulated him on his victory in the 2024 Indonesian presidential election. He has positioned himself as a nationalist leader, focusing on economic development, food security, and a more assertive foreign policy throughout his political career.
As Indonesia’s Defense Minister, Prabowo has made significant contributions to the nation, including providing aid to fellow Muslim countries, particularly Palestine. He sent a hospital ship carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza, donated money to Palestine, and offered scholarships to Palestinian students to study at Indonesia’s Defense University.
At the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, Prabowo expressed Indonesia’s readiness to send peacekeeping forces to the Gaza conflict zone if requested by the UN.
As Indonesia’s upcoming President, Prabowo is expected to face challenges in uniting the diverse nation and focusing on economic growth and social welfare. His presidency is likely to bring changes to Indonesia’s domestic and foreign policies, shaping the country’s role in Southeast Asia and on the global stage according to The Muslim 500.
