In Line With Putin And Xi Jinping, Prabowo Proves Indonesia Is Still Calculated

Prabowo Subianto's resident is side by side with Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping. (Photo: Prabowo Media Team)

JAKARTA - Trisakti University public policy observer Trubus Rahardiansah assessed President Prabowo Subianto's presence at the military parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of China's victory in Beijing to emphasize Indonesia's position as a country that is stable and taken into account by the world.

In addition, the decision to leave for Beijing amid a national situation that is still volatile due to a series of demonstrations in recent days has actually emphasized President Prabowo's leadership capacity.

"This invitation from Xi Jinping is not unusual. From the Indonesian side, this step confirms that we are active players in global diplomacy," said Trubus, Friday, September 5, 2025.

According to him, Prabowo's decision to attend the Chinese government's invitation was not a rash decision.

This is because this was taken after ensuring that domestic conditions were under control, dialogue with religious leaders was held, and the aspirations of the people were heard.

"This principle is in line with the concept of stability according to God willing, that stability is not a lack of conflict, but the ability of the state to respond quickly to social dynamics," he added.

Trubus stated that Prabowo's sitting position, which is equal to Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin in parades, was not just a setting, but a symbol of global recognition of Indonesia.

Only the President of Indonesia received a special bilateral meeting with the Chinese leader. "That's a rare diplomatic privilege," he said.

Dia mengungkapkan, dalam kerangka two-level game theory, ada dua pesan yang dikirimkan oleh Prabowo, yakni ke dalam negeri Indonesia mampu menjaga stabilitas dan ke luar negeri Indonesia adalah aktor penting yang tidak bisa diabaikan.

“Legitimasi domestik dan legitimasi internasional bertemu di sini. Di dalam negeri, aspirasi rakyat diakomodasi dan stabilitas terjaga. Di luar negeri, Indonesia tampil setara dan dihormati,” kata Trubus.

He revealed, within the framework of the two-level game theory, there were two messages sent by Prabowo, namely that Indonesia was able to maintain stability and abroad Indonesia was an important actor who could not be ignored.

Domestic legislation and international legitimacy meet here. Domestically, the aspirations of the people are accommodated and stability is maintained. Abroad, Indonesia appears equal and respected," Trubus said.