# Bamsoet: VP Replacement Must Follow Constitution

> Former Indonesian MPR leader Bamsoet urges constitutional VP replacement process to avoid government disruption.
- Title: Bamsoet: VP Replacement Must Follow Constitution | Shortify
- Summary: Former Indonesian MPR leader Bamsoet urges constitutional VP replacement process to avoid government disruption.
- Keywords: presidential advisory council, indonesian mpr, gibran rakabuming raka, vice president, constitutional transition, economic growth, indonesia, VOI - Waktunya Merevolusi Pemberitaan
- Source: VOI - Waktunya Merevolusi Pemberitaan — https://voi.id/en/berita/602419
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- Topics: presidential advisory council, indonesian mpr, gibran rakabuming raka, vice president, constitutional transition, economic growth, indonesia, news
## Bamsoet on VP Replacement
Bamsoet urged constitutional process for VP replacement without disrupting government operations.

> The President's appreciation emphasizes that this constitutional transition must be interpreted as an adult and dignified state process
## Gibran's Resignation
Gibran submitted resignation to President Prabowo on November 12, 2026.
## Constitutional Timeline
MPR must choose VP replacement within 60 days if vacancy occurs.

> Article 8 paragraph (2) of the 1945 Constitution stipulates that if there is a vacancy in the vice presidential position, the MPR must hold a session to choose the replacement within 60 days
## Economic Focus
Government must prioritize economic growth and poverty alleviation during transition.

> The essence of this step is to provide certainty, end polemics, and keep all the energy of the nation focused on the bigger agenda
## Public Service Continuity
VP replacement should not disrupt public services or ongoing development programs.

> He emphasized that the replacement of the vice president should not hinder public services or the implementation of ongoing development programs
## Key takeaway

Bamsoet says VP replacement must follow constitutional timeline to maintain economic focus and public services.