Ismet Inonu vs Mahfud MD

As head of the Turkish delegation, Ismet Inonu signed the Treaty of Lausanne on July 24, 1923. This treaty established the borders of modern Turkey, secured international recognition for the Republic, and ended the post-World War I occupation.

Following the death of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, Ismet Inonu was elected as the second President of Turkey on November 11, 1938. He served until 1950, leading the country through World War II and the early Cold War.

Under Inonu's presidency, Turkey transitioned from a single-party state to a multi-party democracy. He allowed the formation of the Democrat Party, leading to the first competitive elections in 1946, though the Republican People's Party retained power.

In Turkey's first free and fair elections on May 14, 1950, Inonu's Republican People's Party was defeated by the Democrat Party. This marked the first peaceful transfer of power in Turkish history, ending 27 years of CHP rule.

Mahfud MD was appointed Chief Justice of Indonesia's Constitutional Court. During his tenure, he oversaw several landmark decisions, including rulings on electoral disputes and constitutional amendments, enhancing the court's independence and credibility.

Mahfud MD resigned as Chief Justice of the Constitutional Court to pursue a vice presidential candidacy. He was ultimately not selected as a running mate, but his resignation marked a transition from judicial to political ambitions.

Mahfud MD was appointed Coordinating Minister for Political, Legal, and Security Affairs in President Joko Widodo's second cabinet. He oversaw national security policies, including counter-terrorism efforts and handling of separatist movements in Papua.