NU Regional Chairmen Urge Central Board to Hold Muktamar by Early August 2026

Republika highlights a significant internal development within Nahdlatul Ulama, Indonesia's largest Islamic organization. The article focuses on the unified voice of the regional NU leadership (PWNU) demanding an expedited national congress (muktamar). This push reflects a deep concern for the organization's solidarity and its ability to fulfill its strategic role. From an Indonesian perspective, NU's internal dynamics are of paramount importance, given its vast social and political influence. The article frames the demand for a muktamar not merely as an administrative matter but as crucial for maintaining the legitimacy and direction of the organization. The leaders' statement, including the threat of a no-confidence vote, underscores the seriousness of their concerns about leadership communication and organizational progress post-reconciliation. This internal pressure is a critical story for understanding the governance and future trajectory of a key national institution, showcasing a level of internal accountability and democratic process within the organization that is vital to its members and the nation.

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If by August 2026 the Muktamar is not held, the PWNU along with the PCNU will declare a vote of no confidence in the PBNU.