Jokowi Ensures Vaccinations Are Held From Sabang To Merauke

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JAKARTA - President Joko Widodo reviewed the Covid-19 vaccination activities for the community and students at the Regent's Office, Merauke Regency, Papua Province on Sunday, October 3, 2021. The President ensured that the vaccination program from Sabang to Merauke was running well and evenly.

“This afternoon I came to Merauke Regency, Papua Province, to see the vaccination program being implemented here. I want to make sure that from Sabang to Merauke there is an even distribution of vaccines and that vaccinations run well," said the President.

The Head of State hopes that vaccination can provide protection to the public from the transmission of the corona virus while inhibiting its spread. The President also appreciated the enthusiasm of the people of Merauke Regency regarding the vaccination activity.

“I express my deepest gratitude and appreciation to the traditional leaders, religious leaders, who have helped explain to the community. And also all the people in Merauke and Papua Regencies who have been enthusiastic to participate in the vaccination program organized by the local government," he said.

The President also hopes that the enthusiasm of the community regarding the vaccination program can also be felt in all districts and cities in Papua Province.

"Here I see students, the community are all enthusiastic and we hope that all districts and cities in Papua Province will also do the same," said the Head of State.

President Jokowi also reminded the public to always be vigilant, remain disciplined in implementing health protocols, and learn to live side by side with Covid-19.

"I need to remind you that this Covid-19 cannot be completely gone. Therefore, once again, we must learn to live with Covid-19 and remain disciplined in carrying out health protocols, most importantly wearing masks," he said.

Also attending the review were the Chairman of the Indonesian House of Representatives Puan Maharani, Minister of PUPR Basuki Hadimuljono, and Minister of Investment/Head of BKPM Bahlil Lahadalia.