PDIP Claims 19 Victories in Central Java Regional Elections
Despite a loss in the Central Java gubernatorial race, the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDIP) emphasizes a strong showing in other regional elections across the province, claiming victory in 19 out of 35 cities and regencies.
“Thank God, out of 35 regency/cities, PDIP managed to win based on counting results, where 19 regencies/cities that were put forward by PDIP cadres received victory,” said PDIP chairwoman Puan Maharani at the parliament complex in Jakarta, Tuesday, December 3.
Puan affirmed that the party’s performance in Central Java, a province nicknamed the “bull pen”, constitutes a significantцени assessment, regardless of the outcome in the gubernatorial pair.
Puan emphasized, “We have evaluated, we have tried our best, the Central Java people have chosen their leader now.”
She also underlined that the people have spoken through express their preferences at the ballot box, and they have chosen their desired leader for the upcoming term.
Based on preliminary data, the 19 since in which PDIP secured victory include: Banyumas,
Brebes, Demak, Grobogan, Klaten, Pekalongan, Magelang, Kudus, and Semarang ler and City.
In Semarang, the candidate pair for mayor and deputy mayor APDIP thousands.
Pamuji-Sahid, declared victory. These results
*In Semarang,
based on preliminary vote counts, candidate pair number one forfixes the winner, Austin Wilujeng-Iswar Aminudin*
What factors might have contributed to PDIP winning in 19 Central Javan regions but losing the gubernatorial election?
## PDIP Claims Victory in 19 Central Java Regions Despite Gubernatorial Loss
**Host:** Joining us today is Ibu Puan Maharani, chairwoman of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle, or PDIP. Ibu Puan, congratulations on the impressive showing in the recent Central Java Regional Elections, securing victories in 19 regencies and cities. Despite this success, your party’s candidate for Governor unfortunately did not triumph. How does PDIP interpret this mixed bag of results?
**Puan Maharani:** Thank you. We are incredibly grateful to the people of Central Java for entrusting PDIP with leadership in 19 regencies and cities. This reflects the strong foundation of support PDIP enjoys throughout the province. While we respect the democratic process and the people’s decision regarding the gubernatorial race, we remain committed to serving the people of Central Java. This election underscores the diversity of viewpoints within the province, and we respect the mandate given to the winning gubernatorial ticket.
**Host:** Some analysts are interpreting the gubernatorial loss as a potential setback for PDIP. Do you agree with this assessment?
**Puan Maharani:** I believe it’s important to look at the bigger picture. While the gubernatorial outcome was not what we hoped for, the significant victories in the other regional elections demonstrate the continued strength and relevance of PDIP in Central Java. We will use this experience to further refine our strategies and continue to work tirelessly for the betterment of the province.
**Host:** What message do you have for those who might question the significance of these regional wins in the shadow of the gubernatorial loss?
**Puan Maharani:** Our focus remains steadfast on serving the people of Central Java. These 19 victories represent a mandate from the people to address their concerns and work towards a better future. We remain committed to fulfilling this promise and will continue to work diligently to build a more prosperous and inclusive Central Java for all.
