In a touching moment during the final plenary cabinet meeting, Indonesian Defense Minister and President-elect Prabowo Subianto moved President Joko Widodo to tears. Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investment, Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan, shared this emotional exchange between the two leaders.
Prabowo expressed deep gratitude to Jokowi for his leadership over the past 10 years as Indonesia’s 7th president. As he thanked Jokowi and the ministers for their support, the room erupted in applause. Jokowi became emotional during this heartfelt moment of appreciation and transition of leadership.
Prabowo also stressed his commitment to continuing the work that Jokowi has started, including the development of Ibu Kota Nusantara (IKN) and the construction of important government buildings and facilities. He emphasized the importance of unity and progress for the country and made it clear that he does not want any division between him and Jokowi during the government transition.
This emotional moment highlighted the respect and unity between the two leaders as Indonesia moves forward with its development and progress.
