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    Joko Widodo

    Joko Widodo

    Awards & Honours

    3

    Awards Won

    4

    Honours

    2

    Rankings

    2

    Covers

    2

    Records

    Joko Widodo's career is distinguished by his unprecedented rise from a furniture trader to the presidency of Indonesia, a feat that reshaped the nation's political landscape. He was the first Indonesian president not to come from the traditional military or political elite, breaking a cycle of dominance that had persisted for decades. His administration oversaw the construction of more infrastructure in five years than the previous administrations combined, earning him the title of the "can-do president." He was also recognized globally as one of the most influential leaders in Southeast Asia, appearing on prestigious lists like Time's 100 Most Influential People.

    Joko Widodo receiving an award

    Awards

    Honours & Distinctions

    Order of the Star of Mahaputra

    Government of Indonesia·2015

    Highest civilian honor awarded for exceptional service to the nation.

    Order of the Crown of Perlis

    Government of Malaysia·2017

    Awarded during state visit for strengthening bilateral relations.

    Honorary Doctorate

    Gadjah Mada University·2016

    Recognized for contributions to national development and education.

    Key to the City

    Tokyo Metropolitan Government·2018

    Symbolizing strong diplomatic ties between Indonesia and Japan.

    Rankings & Lists

    #1

    Most Powerful People in Southeast Asia

    Forbes·2019
    #27

    100 Most Influential People

    Time Magazine·2015

    Magazine Covers

    Time

    April 2015

    100 Most Influential People

    Forbes

    2019

    Most Powerful People in Southeast Asia

    Records & Feats

    First Non-Military President

    Historic First·2014

    First Indonesian president not drawn from the military or traditional political elite.

    Fastest Infrastructure Growth

    Career Milestone·2019

    Oversaw more infrastructure construction in five years than previous administrations combined.