Following the success of hosting the 2018 Asian Games, and a meeting with International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach, President Joko Widodo has announced plans to bid for the 2032 Olympic Games. 

The Asian Games are the world's second-largest multi-sporting event after the summer Olympics, and Indonesia's smooth and successful hosting has Jokowi vying to win the 2032 bid. 

The Asian Games were only awarded to Indonesia four years ago after Vietnam pulled out for financial reasons, and the high standard of the event's organisation has been widely praised.

"After the excellent experience of the Asian Games, we now believe we can host the very biggest sporting event," Widodo said. 

Bach has welcomed Indonesia's candidacy, adding that the Asian Games have given the nation a "strong foundation" for their 2032 bid saying that "Indonesia has shown that they have all the ingredients to hold the Olympics successfully."

The 2020 Olympics and Paralympics are both being held in Tokyo, with Paris and Los Angeles set to host in 2024 and 2028 respectively. 

India, Australia and China have also expressed an interest in bidding.

Sources: BBC, Channel News Asia

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