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36 Heads of State to Attend Prabowo Subianto's Inauguration
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October 18, 2024 | 11:29 am
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) Commander General Agus Subiyanto has confirmed that at least 36 heads of state will attend the inauguration of Prabowo Subianto as president on Sunday, October 20, 2024.
“This event will be attended by 36 heads of state,” Agus stated in his speech during a security forces assembly attended by approximately 2,000 TNI and police personnel in the Monas area, Central Jakarta, on Friday, October 18, 2024.
Although Agus did not disclose the specific names of the heads of state in attendance, he confirmed that they represent friendly nations.
According to him, the eighth presidential inauguration is not merely a state affair but also a powerful symbol of the continuity of democracy and the sovereignty of the Indonesian nation.
To ensure the utmost security for this occasion, the TNI would mobilize 100,000 personnel. A dedicated Presidential Security Force (Paspampres) unit, comprising highly trained snipers and anti-drone units, will safeguard VVIP participants within the inner security ring 1.
The security perimeter will be further reinforced by the TNI and the police in rings two and three. “We will remain vigilant in mitigating risks throughout the event,” General Agus affirmed.
The TNI will also maintain close coordination with the Indonesian National Police and intelligence units across various regions of Indonesia, particularly in Jakarta.
Prabowo Subianto and Gibran Rakabuming Raka, the elected President and Vice President for the 2024-2029 term, will be officially inaugurated on Sunday, October 20, 2024.
The Indonesian Advanced Coalition (KIM)-backed duo emerged victorious in the 2024 Presidential Election, securing 96,214,691 valid votes, representing approximately 58.6 percent of the total 164 million valid votes.
36 Heads of State to Attend Prabowo Subianto's Inauguration
TNI Commander mentions that Prabowo's inauguration as president will be attended by 36 friendly heads of state.
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PM Wong to attend inauguration of Indonesia’s new president Prabowo
JAKARTA – Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will visit Jakarta on Oct 20-21 to attend the inauguration of Indonesia’s new president Prabowo Subianto.
Mr Prabowo, 73, will be sworn in during a ceremony to be held on the morning of Oct 20 at the People’s Consultative Assembly Hall in the Parliament Complex in central Jakarta.
PM Wong will join other invited leaders to personally offer his congratulations to Mr Prabowo, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said on Oct 19.
“As close neighbours, the visit reaffirms the importance of the Singapore-Indonesia relationship and Singapore’s commitment to further strengthen substantive bilateral ties, including in key priority areas discussed at the Singapore-Indonesia Leaders’ Retreat on April 29, 2024,” the PMO statement said.
PM Wong will be accompanied by his wife and officials from the PMO and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Besides Singapore, representatives from other nations look set to attend, including Australia, China, the United States as well as Asean nations. Among the guests will be Australian Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, Chinese Vice-President Han Zheng, and Laos Vice-President Pany Yathotou.
After the ceremony, Mr Prabowo will deliver his inaugural speech. There will also be a state dinner reception at the Presidential Palace in the evening.
Jakarta has been gearing up for the presidential handover in the past week.
Posters and banners have been installed across the city, reading: “Thank you, Jokowi. All the best, Prabowo, Gibran.”
Jokowi is the nickname of outgoing President Joko Widodo, while Gibran refers to his 37-year-old son Gibran Rakabuming Raka, the former mayor of Solo, who will be sworn in as vice-president.
Mr Prabowo, who was previously defence minister, won more than 58 per cent of the votes cast on Feb 14. It was his third bid for the presidency, after running against Mr Widodo in 2014 and 2019.
About 100,000 security personnel have started to be deployed across Jakarta to ensure that the inauguration goes smoothly. They include snipers and members of anti-riot units, said military chief Agus Subiyanto.
State leaders and foreign dignitaries will also have security escorts. “We need to be alert about possible threats before, during and after the inauguration,” said General Agus.
The Indonesian Air Force will also deploy four F-16 jets to guard aircraft carrying foreign dignitaries attending the inauguration, state news agency Antara reported.
Crowds are expected to gather in Jakarta’s streets to welcome Mr Prabowo as the new president and bid farewell to Mr Widodo.
A street event called “The People’s Party” will take place on Oct 20, where some 10 stages will be set up along main roads in Jakarta to host concerts, dances and other performances.
PM Wong to attend inauguration of Indonesia’s new president Prabowo
Mr Prabowo Subianto, 73, will be sworn in on Oct 20. Read more at straitstimes.com.
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Unlike Jokowi who prefer to stay and work in Bogor Palace in West Java which has huge green areas, Prabowo I believe will prefer Jakarta Palace as it is close to his own house in South Jakarta
Jakarta Presidential Palace a day before Prabowo inaguration in Parliament Building
Jakarta Presidential Palace a day before Prabowo inaguration in Parliament Building
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October 21, 2024
The White House
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October 20, 2024
I congratulate President Prabowo Subianto on his inauguration as President of the Republic of Indonesia, and the Indonesian people for exercising their right to vote and making their voices heard.
This year, Indonesia and the United States are celebrating 75 years of diplomatic relations. Vice President Harris and I look forward to working with President Prabowo to honor this milestone by continuing to strengthen our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and show that democracies can deliver on the challenges that matter most to our peoples’ lives.
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The White House
Statement and Releases
October 20, 2024
I congratulate President Prabowo Subianto on his inauguration as President of the Republic of Indonesia, and the Indonesian people for exercising their right to vote and making their voices heard.
This year, Indonesia and the United States are celebrating 75 years of diplomatic relations. Vice President Harris and I look forward to working with President Prabowo to honor this milestone by continuing to strengthen our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and show that democracies can deliver on the challenges that matter most to our peoples’ lives.
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Xi congratulates Prabowo Subianto on assuming presidency of Indonesia
Updated: October 20, 2024 14:27 Xinhua
BEIJING, Oct. 20 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday sent a congratulatory message to Prabowo Subianto on assuming the presidency of Indonesia.
Noting that China and Indonesia are traditionally friendly neighbors, Xi said that the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries has been growing steadily, entering a new era of building a community with a shared future.
Next year marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between China and Indonesia, which will provide a new opportunity for advancing bilateral cooperation, Xi said.
Xi also expressed willingness to maintain close strategic communication with Prabowo to guide the building of a China-Indonesia community with a shared future to a higher level, and write a new chapter of seeking strength through unity, promoting solidarity and coordination, and achieving mutual benefit between two major developing countries.
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Updated: October 20, 2024 14:27 Xinhua
BEIJING, Oct. 20 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday sent a congratulatory message to Prabowo Subianto on assuming the presidency of Indonesia.
Noting that China and Indonesia are traditionally friendly neighbors, Xi said that the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries has been growing steadily, entering a new era of building a community with a shared future.
Next year marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between China and Indonesia, which will provide a new opportunity for advancing bilateral cooperation, Xi said.
Xi also expressed willingness to maintain close strategic communication with Prabowo to guide the building of a China-Indonesia community with a shared future to a higher level, and write a new chapter of seeking strength through unity, promoting solidarity and coordination, and achieving mutual benefit between two major developing countries.
Xi congratulates Prabowo Subianto on assuming presidency of Indonesia
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday sent a congratulatory message to Prabowo Subianto on assuming the presidency of Indonesia.
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