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The INDONESIAN , (Jakarta)— Saiful Chaniago, Secretary‑General of the Red‑White Indonesian Street Vendors Association (APKLI) and also Main Commissioner of PLN Energi Gas, has voiced his full support for Prof. Dr. Sufmi Dasco Ahmad as the next Vice‑President of the Republic of Indonesia.

Saiful argued that Prof. Dasco is the most suitable figure to assist President Prabowo Subianto in delivering on the Asta Cita governance agenda and the Indonesia Golden 2045 long‑term development vision.

“Prof. Dasco is a figure of national unity. He is widely accepted across all groups: nationalists, religious communities, academics, military circles, MSME actors, and street vendors. He serves as a bridge that unites every segment of the nation’s strength,” Saiful Chaniago stated in Jakarta on Saturday (November 15, 2026).

Saiful noted that, in his capacity as Daily Chairman of the Gerindra Party Central Board and Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Prof. Dasco has already demonstrated strong state‑management capability, calm leadership, and an extensive domestic and international network.

“Indonesia needs a Vice‑President who is not merely a supporting figure, but a unifying force. Prof. Dasco is an inclusive, measured leader who works quietly yet delivers tangible results. He represents the political face of national unity and stability,” he stressed.

Speaking also on behalf of millions of street vendors and MSME operators across Indonesia, Saiful added that Prof. Dasco has a solid understanding of people‑centered economics.

“At APKLI Merah Putih, we see Prof. Dasco as a champion for ordinary citizens. His commitment to Pancasila‑based economic development and the empowerment of street vendors and MSMEs is very clear. Should Prof. Dasco become Vice‑President, pro‑people policies for small‑scale entrepreneurs will grow even stronger,” Saiful said.

On that basis, Saiful Chaniago formally declared the backing of APKLI Merah Putih and its grassroots people’s‑economy volunteer network to push for Prof. Sufmi Dasco Ahmad’s nomination as Indonesia’s Vice‑President.

“The time has come for a unifying leader to step forward. Prof. Dasco is the right choice to safeguard national integrity, maintain stability, and accelerate development under President Prabowo’s administration,” concluded Saiful Chaniago, who also chairs PASPROBO (Prabowo Forces). (End)

Reported from various media sources //photo from Google documents // contribution by Prime News Post international online media //