First inauguration of Suharto

After a year long of acting presidency, Suharto was officially sworn in as the 2nd president of Indonesia, which took place on 27 March 1968. The ceremony was held by the Provisional MPR (MPRS). The inauguration marked the beginning of the first five-year term of Suharto as formal president.

First inauguration of Suharto
Part of the Transition to the New Order
Acting President General Suharto taking the presidential oath of office, 27 March 1968
Date27 March 1968 (1968-03-27)
LocationDPR/MPR Building
Jakarta
ParticipantsSuharto
2nd president of Indonesia
— Assuming office
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