Suharto Quotes


For the support and help from the people of Indonesia that I received during my leadership, I ask for forgiveness if there have been any mistakes or shortcomings. Hopefully the people of Indonesia will remain victorious based on Pancasila and the 1945 Constitution.


Citations

Suharto. Resignation Speech. 21 May 1998, Merdeka Palace, Jakarta, Indonesia.

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Suharto
Suharto
  • Born: June 8, 1921
  • Died: January 27, 2008
  • Nationality: Indonesian
  • Profession: Politician

Suharto was an Indonesian politician, and military general, who served as the second president of Indonesia, holding the office for 31 years, from the ousting of Sukarno in 1967 until his resignation in 1998. He was widely regarded by foreign observers as a dictator. However, the legacy of his 31-year rule, and his US$38 billion net worth is still debated at home and abroad.