Prabowo Subianto, the Indonesian Defense Minister and President-elect, brought President Joko Widodo to tears during their final plenary cabinet meeting in Istana Garuda, Ibu Kota Nusantara, East Kalimantan. Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investment, Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan, shared this emotional moment.
During the meeting, Prabowo expressed deep gratitude to Jokowi for his leadership over the past 10 years as Indonesia’s 7th president. This heartfelt gesture moved Jokowi and the other ministers in attendance. Prabowo also emphasized his commitment to continuing the projects initiated by Jokowi, such as the development of Ibu Kota Nusantara and the construction of various government buildings and facilities.
Prabowo made it clear that unity and progress are essential during this government transition period. He stressed the importance of not creating divisions between himself and Jokowi, emphasizing the need for a smooth transition and national unity.
Overall, the meeting marked a touching moment of appreciation and solidarity between the outgoing and incoming presidents of Indonesia.