Abdurrahman Wahid

ModernPoliticianIndonesia1940 — ?

Fourth president of Indonesia, a Muslim cleric.

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Quick Facts

Born

1940

Country

Indonesia

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)23

Political (20%)77

Influence (20%)67

Legacy (20%)66

Leadership (15%)76

Strategy (15%)60

Total Score64.5

Abdurrahman Wahid — Complete Timeline

1998 AD

Founded the National Awakening Party (PKB)Political Action◆ Major

Wahid founded the National Awakening Party (PKB) as a political vehicle for traditionalist Muslims. The party became a major force in post-Suharto Indonesian politics, representing the Nahdlatul Ulama constituency.

Political PartyNahdlatul UlamaReformasi

Impact: nationalconstructive

1999 AD

Elected President of IndonesiaPolitical Action

Abdurrahman Wahid was elected by the People's Consultative Assembly as the fourth president of Indonesia, succeeding B.J. Habibie. His election marked a transition to democratic governance after the fall of Suharto's New Order regime.

DemocratizationPresidencyReformasi

Impact: nationalconstructive

2000 AD

Advocated for Religious Tolerance and PluralismCultural

As president, Wahid promoted interfaith dialogue and tolerance, including lifting the ban on Chinese cultural expressions and advocating for the rights of religious minorities. His policies faced opposition from conservative Islamic groups.

Religious TolerancePluralismHuman Rights

Impact: nationalprogressive

2001 AD

Impeachment and Removal from PresidencyPolitical Action◆ Major

The People's Consultative Assembly impeached and removed Abdurrahman Wahid from the presidency due to allegations of incompetence and involvement in financial scandals. He was succeeded by Vice President Megawati Sukarnoputri.

ImpeachmentPolitical CrisisSuccession

Impact: nationaldestructive