Abdurrahman Wahid

Indonesian politician and journalist, 4th President

Abdurrahman Wahid - Indonesian politician and journalist, 4th President
Born

September 7th, 1940
85 years ago

Died

December 30th, 2009
15 years ago — 69 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Indonesia

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Served as the 4th President of Indonesia from 1999 to 2001, playing a key role in the transition to democracy after the fall of Suharto. Co-founded the National Awakening Party (PKB) and was a prominent leader of the Nahdlatul Ulama, the largest Islamic organization in Indonesia. Advocated for human rights and religious tolerance, and was involved in various interfaith dialogues. Post-presidency, continued to contribute to Indonesian society through writing and public speaking.

Served as the 4th President of Indonesia

Promoted democracy and human rights in Indonesia

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