President-elect Prabowo Subianto and Indonesian President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) have developed a strong friendship, as reported by Time magazine. Their journey from political rivals to allies is highlighted in an article titled “How President Prabowo Subianto Is Steering Indonesia’s Future” published on October 15.
After the 2019 presidential election, Jokowi invited Prabowo to join his cabinet as the Minister of Defense. Initially hesitant, Prabowo eventually accepted the offer due to his military background and passion for the defense sector. He expressed admiration for Jokowi, stating, “Jokowi is a very good man, and I also want to be like him.”
As a member of Jokowi’s government, Prabowo proved to be a dedicated minister with a bold vision for the future. His policies aim to directly impact people’s lives, including providing free meals for students, combating corruption by raising civil servant salaries, and utilizing advanced technology like AI. Additionally, Prabowo aims to make Indonesia a major food exporter within five years through innovative agricultural techniques and eradicate poverty within two years.
Prabowo emphasizes the importance of using strength for good purposes, stating, “We need strength, but that strength must be used for good.” Time magazine’s article underscores the transformation of Prabowo and Jokowi’s relationship from rivals to partners who are jointly shaping Indonesia’s future. Sources from Time.com.
