Jakarta — Indonesia’s 8th President, Prabowo Subianto, accompanied former President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) and Iriana Jokowi to Halim Perdanakusuma Airport, Jakarta, on Sunday afternoon (October 20), as they prepared to return to Solo.
Jokowi’s return to Solo took place after the Presidential and Vice-Presidential Inauguration Ceremony for the 2024–2029 term and the official transition ceremony from Jokowi to Prabowo.
Prabowo escorted Jokowi in a convoy that included the Indonesian-made Maung Garuda vehicle. Upon arriving at Halim Perdanakusuma Airport, Prabowo accompanied Jokowi to board the TNI AU Boeing B737 A7309, which would take Jokowi back to his hometown of Solo.
“I hand over the hopes, dreams, and great aspirations of 248 million Indonesians to President General (Ret.) Prabowo Subianto, and may he be granted the strength to lead this great nation,” Jokowi expressed in his message to Prabowo.
In response, Prabowo reciprocated the sentiment by offering his best wishes. He shared that Jokowi has consistently reminded him to stay strong and bear the immense responsibility for the nation and its people.
“Yes, we are praying for the best. He (Jokowi) has always told me to pray that I have the strength to bear this great responsibility,” Prabowo stated.
After accompanying Jokowi on his departure to Solo, President Prabowo returned to the Presidential Palace to continue with his next official duties. (RR)