Coordinating Minister for Political and Security Affairs Budi Gunawan conveyed a Merry Christmas message from President Prabowo Subianto when visiting the congregation who was attending the Christmas Mass at the Cathedral Church, Jakarta.

According to him, the President hopes that the sacred intention of the 2024 Christmas Day can make Indonesia more likely to have peace and togetherness, mutual cooperation in helping fellow people who are less fortunate.

"He entrusted Christmas greetings to all Christians who celebrate," said Budi Gunawan as quoted by ANTARA, Tuesday, December 24.

Personally, he also congratulated the congregation present to carry out the holy service. Through this worship, he hopes that Indonesia can get a gift of peace, happiness, and prosperity.

"May peace and prosperity be with us. May God bless our activities today," said the retired Police General.

Previously visiting the Cathedral Church, BG also visited the 2024 Christmas Security Post and 2025 New Year in front of the Istiqlal Mosque which is opposite to the Cathedral Church.

Apart from Budi Gunawan, a number of officials who attended the review were Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture Pratikno, Minister of Religion Nasaruddin Umar, TNI Commander General Agus Subiyanto, to National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo.

TNI Commander General Agus Subiyanto on that occasion also wished the Indonesian people a Merry Christmas 2024 on behalf of the TNI's extended family. He hopes that this year's Christmas celebration can provide safety to the Indonesian people

"Hopefully this Christmas will give blessings, peace, and safety to the nation and Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia, which we both love," said Agus.


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