Culture Minister Fadli Zon stated that Indonesia's second president, Soeharto, meets the criteria for the National Hero title. This was revealed during his report on hero nominations to the President at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta on November 5, 2025. Soeharto is among 40 new nominees prioritized after rigorous selection.
On Wednesday, November 5, 2025, Fadli Zon, serving as Culture Minister and Chairman of the Council on Honors, Awards, and Medals (GTK), delivered a report to the President of Indonesia at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta. He revealed that there are 40 new nominees for National Hero status, plus nine additional names from previous years' proposals.
Following a thorough process of selection, review, and research, the GTK Council prioritized 24 names. Fadli Zon specifically explained the reasons why Soeharto qualifies for the hero title, highlighting his services to Indonesia as the country's second president.
This statement underscores the government's efforts to recognize historical figures through the National Hero designation. Fadli emphasized that Soeharto meets all established criteria. The report was presented in the context of ongoing evaluations for national hero candidates.