Sukarno
Awards & Honours
5
Awards Won
4
Honours
2
Rankings
3
Covers
2
Records
Sukarno's achievements stand as a testament to his enduring impact on the world stage. He founded the Non-Aligned Movement, bringing together nations from Asia, Africa, and Latin America to assert their independence from Cold War superpowers. His leadership during the Indonesian National Revolution secured sovereignty for a nation of over 17,000 islands. The Bandung Conference of 1955 remains a landmark event in decolonization history, showcasing his ability to unite diverse cultures under a common cause. His architectural vision transformed Jakarta into a city of monumental structures that still define its skyline today.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
National Hero of Indonesia
Declared as a national hero for his role in the independence struggle.
Order of the Star of the Republic of Indonesia
Highest civilian award in Indonesia.
Honorary Doctorate
Awarded for contributions to international peace and development.
Honorary Doctorate
Recognized for leadership in the Non-Aligned Movement.
Rankings & Lists
100 Most Important People of the 20th Century
Greatest Figures in History
Magazine Covers
TIME Magazine
1956
The Lion of Asia
Newsweek
1961
Sukarno's New Emerging Forces
Life Magazine
1955
Bandung Conference Leader
Records & Feats
Longest Serving President of Indonesia (First Term)
Served as president from 1945 to 1967, a period of 22 years.
Founder of the Non-Aligned Movement
Co-founded the movement with leaders from India, Yugoslavia, Egypt, Ghana, and Indonesia.