Anies Baswedan is an Indonesian politician and academic who served as the Governor of Jakarta from 2017 to 2022. He was born on May 7, 1969, in Kuningan, Indonesia. Anies is known for his educational background, having earned a doctorate in political science from Gadjah Mada University and studied at Harvard University. Before becoming governor, Anies held various positions, including Minister of Education and Culture in Joko Widodo's cabinet. He is recognized for his focus on urban development and social issues during his tenure. Anies has also been involved in several initiatives aimed at improving education and public services in Jakarta.