President-elect Prabowo Subianto and Indonesian President Joko Widodo, once political rivals, have evolved into allies, as reported by the American magazine Time. Time’s article titled “How President Prabowo Subianto Is Steering Indonesia’s Future” details how the two leaders found common ground after the 2019 presidential election. Following the election, Jokowi invited Prabowo to join his cabinet as Minister of Defense, a position Prabowo eventually accepted due to his military background and passion for the defense sector.
In his interview with Time, Prabowo praised Jokowi as a good man, expressing his desire to emulate him. As a member of Jokowi’s government, Prabowo has proven himself a dedicated and resolute minister. Time emphasizes Prabowo’s vision for the future, characterized by direct action to improve people’s lives, such as providing free meals for students, combating corruption, and utilizing advanced technology like AI. Prabowo also aims to turn Indonesia into a major food exporter and eradicate poverty within two years.
“I always say we need strength, but that strength must be used for good,” Prabowo remarked. Time’s article showcases the transformed relationship between Prabowo and Jokowi, highlighting their cooperative partnership that is shaping Indonesia’s future. (RR)
Source: Time.com
