Prabowo's Message To Sandiaga Regarding Political Statements That Might Cause Misunderstandings

JEMBER - Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy Sandiaga Salahudin Uno admits that he is still in touch with Gerindra Party chairman Prabowo Subianto ahead of the 2024 election.

"Keep communicating with Mr. Prabowo. We met for almost three hours, exchanged ideas, exchanged views, and we agreed to unite," Sandiaga said as quoted by ANTARA, Sunday, January 15.

It was previously rumored that Sandiaga would join the United Development Party (PPP) to gain support for the 2024 presidential election.

"We are currently entering the stage of democratic contestation. My job is to absorb aspirations and provide solutions, motivating creative economy tourism actors. The matter of presidential and vice presidential candidates is the business of political party leaders," he said.

According to him, Prabowo left a message about the dangers of divisive politics. Therefore, Sandiaga agreed that political conditions would be maintained.

"Mr. Probowo also left a message, don't make statements about politics which might later cause misunderstandings, so he will summon party figures to explain that," said Sandiaga.

In addition, Sandiaga emphasized his responsibility to carry out his duties while still absorbing people's aspirations.

"For about 3 years joining the government, what is still homework, including food and energy issues. This was also discussed by me and Mr. Probowo, so that it is the same as the Jember Regency Government program in 2023," he said.