Jakarta – The speech delivered by Prabowo Subianto, the Chairman of Gerindra and president-elect for the 2024-2029 term, during the closing of the National Leadership Meeting (Rapimnas) at Indonesia Arena, Senayan, Jakarta, on Saturday night, August 31, has garnered significant praise from netizens who watched the event live on YouTube.
Many viewers expressed that the harmony demonstrated by Prabowo and President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) is an example of leadership that should be emulated in the effort to build a stronger Indonesia.
“It’s a beautiful sight when all of our nation’s elite leaders get along and work together to build our beloved country,” wrote user @aryaadiputrakelas4csahabat294 on the KompasTV YouTube channel, Sunday, September 1.
“These are two leaders who understand that competing doesn’t mean enmity, especially when the goal is the same—to unite and not prioritize personal ego,” added user @tacih7459.
Several netizens also commended the smooth leadership transition between the two leaders, noting that such a cooperative handover is unprecedented in Indonesia. They expressed hopes that Prabowo, as the president-elect, will govern with integrity.
“This is the first time we’ve seen such a smooth presidential transition. I’m confident that if this continues, Indonesia will become a developed country,” wrote user @dear7794.
“I hope Mr. Prabowo can fulfill his promises to help the people, create jobs, and stabilize the prices of basic necessities,” hoped user @user-bz6dr9gc8i.
It is worth noting that during the closing ceremony of the Rapimnas, Prabowo and Jokowi appeared close, exchanging compliments and motivating each other. Jokowi mentioned that he was happy and excited to attend the event, marking his first appearance among Gerindra members. He also stated that Gerindra members are fortunate to have Prabowo as their leader, describing him as a visionary, a patriot, and someone who is straightforward.
Similarly, Prabowo expressed his admiration for Jokowi’s leadership style, recounting how, after winning the presidential election, Jokowi visited Prabowo despite being his rival. Prabowo also praised Jokowi’s work ethic, noting his ability to conduct up to seven work meetings in a single day. (RR)
