Indonesia’s Prabowo Ranks 15th on World’s 500 Most Influential Muslims 2026
- Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has been recognized as the 15th most influential muslim in the world by the Royal Islamic Strategic Studies Centre (RISSC) in their 2026 edition...
- The annual *Muslim 500* list, compiled by RISSC, identifies the most influential muslims globally.
- Indonesia is also represented in the top 50 by Yahya Cholil Staquf, the Chairperson of Nahdlatul Ulama (PBNU), a prominent indonesian islamic organization.
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Prabowo Subianto Ranked 15th in The muslim 500 for 2026
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Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has been recognized as the 15th most influential muslim in the world by the Royal Islamic Strategic Studies Centre (RISSC) in their 2026 edition of *The muslim 500*.
Published November 2, 2025, at 09:13:05
Overview
The annual *Muslim 500* list, compiled by RISSC, identifies the most influential muslims globally. For 2026, Prabowo Subianto secured the 15th position, placing him below Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman of Saudi Arabia. The list is based on criteria including the individual’s influence on Muslim communities and the wider world.
Top Three Influential Muslims (2026)
The top three positions in *The Muslim 500* for 2026 are held by:
- Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani (Amir of Qatar) – 1st
- Sheikh Muhammad taqi Usmani (Mufti of Pakistan) – 2nd
- Sheikh Al Habib Umar bin Hafiz – 3rd
Other indonesian Portrayal
Indonesia is also represented in the top 50 by Yahya Cholil Staquf, the Chairperson of Nahdlatul Ulama (PBNU), a prominent indonesian islamic organization. His inclusion highlights the important role of Indonesian Islamic leaders on the global stage.
Profile and Rationale
According to *The Muslim 500*, Prabowo Subianto is identified as a strong nationalist leader. Tempo.co reports that the ranking reflects his position as a key figure in Indonesian politics and his influence within the nation’s Muslim community. The RISSC profile likely considers his political career, military background, and his efforts to promote national unity.
About The Muslim 500
The Muslim 500 is an annual publication by the Royal Islamic Strategic Studies Centre (RISSC), based in Amman, Jordan. RISSC is an independent, non-governmental think tank focused on strategic studies related to the Muslim world. The list aims to provide a measure of influence based on criteria such as piety, scholarship, political power, and social impact. The Muslim 500 website provides further details on the methodology and criteria used for the rankings.