JAKARTA - President Prabowo Subianto expressed his deep condolences for the death of Catholic leader Pope Francis at the age of 88.
"With deep sorrow, I received news of Pope Francis' appointment," Prabowo said in a statement on his Instagram account @prabowo, Monday, April 21.
In his upload, Prabowo displayed two photos when he met directly and shook hands with Pope Francis.
The President said that he had lost a role model with a great commitment to peace, humanity and brotherhood.
The Head of State recalled Pope Francis' visit to Jakarta last year which left a deep impression, not only for Catholics, but also for all Indonesian people.
The President highlighted the Pope's message of simplicity, pluralism, as well as concern and partiality to the poor as an example for all.
Prabowo also conveyed Pope Francis' teachings about keeping Bhinneka Tunggal Ika will always be remembered.
"Goodbye Sri Paus, my heart to keep Bhinneka Tunggal Ika will always make an impression on the heart," said President Prabowo, quoted by ANTARA.
Pope Francis, leader of the Roman Catholic Church, died at the age of 88 on Monday.
According to a Vatican News report, Cardinal Kevin Farrell announced Pope Francis had died at his residence at 07.35 a.m. Vatican time.
"His life has been devoted to serving God and the Church. He has taught us to live with Bible values with faith, courage, and love for all, especially to those who are poorest and marginalized," said Cardinal Farrell.
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