Erick Thohir

Erick Thohir, born on May thirtieth, nineteen seventy, is a prominent Indonesian entrepreneur and politician. He has held significant positions in the government, including serving as the Minister of State Owned Enterprises and later as the Minister of Youth and Sports in President Prabowo Subianto's Red and White Cabinet.

In addition to his political career, Thohir has made a substantial impact in the sports industry. He became the chairman of the Football Association of Indonesia in two thousand twenty-three and is the founder of Mahaka Group, a conglomerate specializing in media, sports, and entertainment. His previous ownership of the renowned Italian football club Inter Milan and the American soccer team D.C. United highlights his deep involvement in international sports.

Currently, Thohir owns the English Championship team Oxford United and the Indonesian Liga 1 team Persis Solo, which he co-owns with Kaesang Pangarep, the youngest son of former President Joko Widodo. His influence extends beyond club ownership; he has also served as the president director of ANTV television station and as the chief of the Indonesian Olympic Committee.

In two thousand nineteen, Thohir was appointed as a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), further solidifying his role in the global sports community. He is also a member of the FIBA Central Board, showcasing his commitment to the development of sports in Indonesia and beyond.