The Symbolic Meaning Of A Pulai Tree Planted By Jokowi At The Presidential Palace

President Jokowi planted pulai trees in the central courtyard of the Presidential Palace (ANTARA/HO-Presidential Secretariat)

YOGYAKARTA In this article, the symbolic meaning of the Pulai tree planted by Jokowi towards the end of his term as President of the Republic of Indonesia on October 20, 2024.

It is known, on Thursday, October 17, 2024, President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) together with Iriana Jokowi carried out tree planting activities in the central courtyard of the Jakarta Presidential Palace.

President Jokowi planted Pulai (Astonia Scholaris) trees, while Iriana planted Flamboyan (Delonix regia) trees.

Three days before retirement, Mrs. Iriana Joko Widodo planted Pulai (Alstonia Scholaris) trees, and Flamboyan (Delonix regia) trees in the central courtyard of the presidential palace as memories, "Jokowi wrote on Instagram, quoted by VOI, Friday, October 18, 2024.

The Pulai and Flamboyan tree planting event is part of the government's efforts to promote greening and environmental conservation in the Presidential Palace area.

Quoted from the BPKP page, the presence of Pulai and Flamboyan trees, which are known for their beauty and ecological benefits, is expected to be able to beautify the palace environment and provide long-term benefits for future generations.

The Flamboyan Poho planted by Iriana Jokowi is known for its bright and captivating flowers, often symbolizing beauty and hope.

Meanwhile, the Pulai tree planted by Jokowi has a symbolic meaning in resilience and strength.

The Pulai Tree is a representation of the long-term vision of government towards sustainable development.

The tree planting activity is a symbol of memories ahead of Jokowi's retirement as the 7th President of the Republic of Indonesia.

Not just a ceremony, this activity is a reminder of the dedication and concern for the earth that will continue, even after the term of office ends.

As we know, President Joko Widodo has been in office since October 20, 2014. In the 2014 presidential election, Jokowi and Jusuf Kalla were elected as Presidents and Vice Presidents of the Republic of Indonesia.

Five years later or in the 2019 presidential election, Jokowi was re-elected for his second term of office. This time, President Joko Widodo was accompanied by Vice President KH Ma'ruf Amin. Both were sworn in on October 20, 2019 for a term of office until October 20, 2024.

The era of the Jokowi-Ma'ruf government will end on October 20, 2024. Furthermore, Indonesia will be led by Prabowo Subianto and Gibran Rakabuming Raka, the President and Vice President elected in the 2024 presidential election. Both will be sworn in on October 20.

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