Prabowo Subianto, President of the Republic of Indonesia, was warmly welcomed by Indonesian citizens upon his arrival at his hotel in St. Petersburg. The atmosphere was filled with excitement as a crowd of Indonesians, including students, migrant workers, and members of the diaspora, cheered and greeted him with requests for photos and heartfelt exchanges. Prabowo graciously interacted with the crowd, shaking hands, smiling, and engaging in friendly conversations. Notably, three medical students from Papua studying in St. Petersburg expressed their joy at meeting the President in person for the first time. Additionally, a family from Solo, Indonesia, currently residing in Russia, had the chance to greet Prabowo, with one of their children even asking for a Lego toy, much to everyone’s delight. The encounter was marked by emotion and national pride, with members of the Indonesian community offering warm wishes and prayers to their President, demonstrating deep admiration and gratitude. There were also discussions about the potential establishment of an Indonesian consulate in St. Petersburg, highlighting the strong bond between Indonesia and its citizens residing abroad.
Prabowo’s Warm Welcome: Indonesian Diaspora in Russia
