Manipulated clip of Indonesia leader announcing video games in schools misleads online

July 1, 2026 - 10:14

A manipulated video clip has been circulating online, falsely suggesting that Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto announced the introduction of video games into school curricula. The doctored footage, which has been shared widely on social media, appears to show the president stating that a popular video game would be incorporated into the national education system.

In reality, the original video comes from a legitimate press conference where President Subianto discussed foreign language education policies. The clip was edited to replace his actual words with fabricated statements about video games. Fact-checkers have confirmed that the audio was altered, and the president never made such an announcement.

The misinformation comes amid ongoing public debate about President Subianto's frequent overseas travel and his recent policy announcements on language education. Critics have questioned the prioritization of foreign trips over domestic issues, while supporters argue the visits are necessary for international relations.

The spread of the manipulated video highlights the growing challenge of deepfake and edited content in Indonesian political discourse. Authorities have urged the public to verify information from official government channels before sharing. The president's office has not issued a direct statement on the clip but has reiterated that all education policy changes will be announced through proper ministerial channels.