President Prabowo Subianto has reasserted Indonesia’s strong commitment to safeguarding national interests, especially the welfare of workers, in the face of increasing global economic pressures and hardline positions from major powers. During the 27th anniversary celebration of the National Awakening Party (PKB) at the Jakarta Convention Center, Prabowo acknowledged the challenging economic negotiations with the United States and emphasized the importance of standing firm as the head of state.
In his address, Prabowo highlighted the turbulent global landscape and Indonesia’s efforts to maintain a balanced, non-aligned stance while striving for good relations with all nations. He acknowledged the tough economic negotiations not only with the U.S. but also with many other countries, emphasizing the necessity of dealing with the situation at hand.
Prabowo’s approach is driven by a sense of duty to protect Indonesian workers, particularly from the looming threat of mass layoffs. He reiterated his commitment to safeguarding the interests of the Indonesian people and ensuring that companies have no excuse to lay off workers under his watch.
Despite facing public scrutiny and criticism of government decisions, Prabowo emphasized the importance of constructive feedback and oversight. He acknowledged the presence of critics but cautioned against relentless cynicism that undermines the administration’s efforts to do good work for the people.
Prabowo reaffirmed that his administration’s policies will continue to prioritize national resilience, worker protection, and fair global engagement without compromising Indonesia’s sovereignty or the well-being of its citizens. The government’s focus remains on upholding national interests and ensuring a sustainable future for all Indonesians.