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What did Joko Widodo accomplish?

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Joko Widodo was a successful businessman before entering politics. As governor of Jakarta (2012–14), he launched programs aimed at improving Jakartans’ access to health care and education. Elected president of Indonesia in 2014, he emphasized helping the poor by improving public services, implementing land reforms, and developing more affordable housing, among other measures.

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