Prabowo’s Message: Minister Unites on Twin Sun Issue
- JAKARTA – Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has called on his cabinet ministers to maintain solidarity within the Red and White Cabinet. The message was conveyed to Coordinating Minister...
- Iskandar told reporters that Prabowo contacted him on the evening of April 20, while unable to attend a Halal Bihalal event held at Iskandar's residence.
- The gathering was attended by prominent figures, including 13th Vice president Ma'ruf Amin, Deputy Speaker of the House Sufmi Dasco Ahmad, and various ministers and heads of institutions...
Prabowo Urges Cabinet Unity Amidst Political Visits
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JAKARTA – Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has called on his cabinet ministers to maintain solidarity within the Red and White Cabinet. The message was conveyed to Coordinating Minister for Human Empowerment muhaimin Iskandar, also known as Cak Imin, during a phone call.
Iskandar told reporters that Prabowo contacted him on the evening of April 20, while unable to attend a Halal Bihalal event held at Iskandar’s residence. Halal Bihalal is a post-Ramadan tradition of seeking forgiveness and strengthening bonds.
The gathering was attended by prominent figures, including 13th Vice president Ma’ruf Amin, Deputy Speaker of the House Sufmi Dasco Ahmad, and various ministers and heads of institutions within the Red and White Cabinet.
Call for Ranks to Close
“the President called me, congratulated Halal Bihalal, and asked fellow ministers to continue to close ranks,” Iskandar said to reporters at his residence following the event.
Iskandar emphasized that the Halal Bihalal event did not involve any specific political discussions, despite the presence of numerous cabinet members. He added that the primary objective was to foster greater cooperation among Prabowo’s ministers.
“The point is Halal Bihalal; ministers who come to improve the pattern of joint work that is present among members of the Red and White Cabinet,” Iskandar stated.
Addressing Perceived Divisions
The call for unity comes amid speculation about potential divisions within the Prabowo-Gibran administration, fueled by recent visits of several cabinet ministers to the residence of former president Joko Widodo.
Though, Prasetyo Hadi, a Palace spokesman, dismissed the notion that the message to “close ranks” indicated any internal discord within the cabinet.
Hadi explained that the President often refers to the Red and White Cabinet as a team, and the call for unity is a common message intended to maintain enthusiasm and cohesion.
“The president always analogizes the Red and White Cabinet as a team. Yes, it must continue to close the ranks. So the meaning is close to the ranks not always there is something, but that is to maintain enthusiasm,” Hadi said.
Ministers’ Visits Deemed normal
The Minister of State Secretary also stated that the visits by ministers to Widodo’s residence were normal and reasonable, particularly given the atmosphere of Eid al-Fitr.
“for him the spirit of friendship, so please, do not then be associated wiht a minister who is pleasant to President Jokowi, then there is a twin sun,” he explained, cautioning against interpreting the visits as signs of factionalism.
“Don’t be like that. The spirit is not like that, we believe it is indeed not like that. solid,solid. Everything is working hard in their respective fields,” he added, emphasizing the cabinet’s solidarity and commitment to their respective duties.
Prabowo Subianto Calls for Cabinet unity: A Q&A
Q: What’s the main news regarding Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and his cabinet?
A: President Prabowo Subianto has urged his cabinet ministers to maintain unity within the “Red and White Cabinet.” This message was conveyed to Coordinating minister for Human Empowerment, Muhaimin Iskandar, through a phone call.
Q: Why is Prabowo calling for cabinet unity?
A: The call for unity comes amidst speculation about potential divisions within the Prabowo-Gibran governance. this speculation has been fueled by recent visits of several cabinet ministers to the residence of former president Joko Widodo.
Q: When did President prabowo communicate this message?
A: Prabowo contacted Coordinating Minister Muhaimin Iskandar on the evening of April 20th. He was unable to attend a Halal Bihalal event held at Iskandar’s residence.
Q: What is a Halal Bihalal event?
A: Halal Bihalal is a post-Ramadan tradition in Indonesia involving seeking forgiveness and strengthening bonds.
Q: Who attended the Halal Bihalal event?
A: The event was attended by prominent figures, including:
13th Vice President ma’ruf Amin
Deputy Speaker of the House Sufmi Dasco Ahmad
* Various ministers and heads of institutions within the Red and White Cabinet.
Q: What did Muhaimin Iskandar say about the phone call from Prabowo?
A: Iskandar stated that President Prabowo congratulated him on the Halal Bihalal and asked cabinet ministers to “continue to close ranks.”
Q: Does this call for unity suggest there’s internal discord within the cabinet?
A: Palace spokesman Prasetyo Hadi said the message to “close ranks” doesn’t necessarily indicate internal discord. He explained that the President frequently enough refers to the Red and White Cabinet as a team, and the call for unity is a common message intended to maintain enthusiasm and cohesion.
Q: Were any specific political discussions held at the Halal Bihalal event?
A: No. Iskandar emphasized that the event did not involve any specific political discussions. The primary objective was to foster greater cooperation among Prabowo’s ministers.
Q: Why are ministers visiting former President Joko Widodo’s residence? Is it unusual?
A: The Minister of State Secretary stated that these visits were normal and reasonable, especially given the atmosphere of Eid al-Fitr. He cautioned against interpreting these visits as signs of factionalism. He believes it is to maintain the spirit of friendship.
Q: What is the ”Red and White Cabinet”?
A: This is the name given to President Prabowo’s cabinet.
Q: How does the Cabinet’s unity impact governance?
A: The unity and cooperation within the cabinet are key to accomplished governance.The President emphasizes teamwork to maintain enthusiasm and ensure that the administration functions effectively.
Q: What is the overall message being conveyed by President prabowo?
A: President Prabowo’s overall message emphasizes the priority of cabinet solidarity and cooperation.
Summary of Key Points:
To summarize the core elements discussed, here’s a table:
| Key Event | Key Figures Involved | main Message | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| President Prabowo’s Phone Call | Prabowo Subianto, Muhaimin Iskandar | Maintain cabinet solidarity, ”close ranks.” | Amidst concerns about potential divisions after ministers visited the former president’s residence. |
| Halal Bihalal gathering | Various government officials, including cabinet members | Fostering cooperation and friendship, improving joint work. | Post-Ramadan tradition; an informal event. |
| Palace Spokesperson Comments | Prasetyo Hadi | Call for unity is about maintaining team cohesion and enthusiasm, not necessarily discord. | Addressing speculation about divisions. |