President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) stated that president-elect Prabowo Subianto is committed to the continuity and acceleration of the Ibu Kota Nusantara (IKN) development project. This was conveyed during a briefing with the Indonesian Cabinet, as well as TNI and Polri officials, at Istana Garuda in IKN, East Kalimantan, on Thursday, September 12.
“The IKN project is still under construction, and it could take 10, 15, or even 20 years to complete. However, the President-elect [Prabowo] has told me that he will speed it up,” Jokowi said. Jokowi emphasized that to achieve Indonesia’s vision of “Indonesia Maju” and the “Indonesia Emas 2045” agenda, stability is crucial. This requires synergy across all sectors, including TNI and Polri.
“Our country, Indonesia, needs stability to grow and to carry out development. A country in conflict cannot develop, it’s impossible,” Jokowi stressed. He highlighted the vital role of a professional TNI and Polri in ensuring security and stability for the entire nation.
“To maintain stability, we need a professional TNI and Polri, trusted by the people,” Jokowi added. Jokowi also pointed out the importance of small, humanistic actions by TNI and Polri personnel to build public trust in these institutions. He provided examples, such as a police officer collecting a school report for an orphan in Bandung and a TNI member helping a mother whose motorcycle broke down in Pontianak.
“These are small but humanistic acts. A police officer helping an orphan in Bandung, a TNI officer assisting a mother with a broken motorcycle in Pontianak. These human touches help the community feel cared for and protected,” Jokowi explained. Jokowi concluded by urging all parties to ensure a smooth transition from his administration to Prabowo’s leadership, stressing the importance of a seamless handover to avoid any disturbances.
“Ensure that the transition runs smoothly and without any disruption. Fully support the upcoming regional elections, maintain neutrality, and keep the situation conducive,” Jokowi concluded. (RR)
