President Prabowo's First Speech And Red And White Cabinet Arrangement

President Prabowo Subianto. (IST)

Prabowo Subianto has been officially inaugurated as President of the Republic of Indonesia. After taking the oath, arrogantly, Prabowo Subianto stepped onto the podium of the MPR Building, facing thousands of pairs of eyes waiting with hope. In front of the Indonesian people, he delivered his first inspiring speech, affirming his commitment to eliminating poverty and creating jobs. "People must be free from poverty and ignorance," he said, in a firm tone.

Even though Indonesia is now part of the G20, millions of people are still grappling with extreme poverty. The problem of unemployment, malnutrition, and unequal access to education are challenges that must be overcome immediately. In his speech, Prabowo Subianto emphasized that without concrete policies, poverty would remain the nation's greatest enemy.

"All of my policies will be centered on the interests of the people," said Prabowo. This statement reflects his commitment to becoming a leader for all levels of society. Although sometimes, the reality on the ground is often much more complex than expected.

Prabowo also highlighted the importance of digitizing the bureaucracy as a step to eradicate corruption. By utilizing technology, he plans to create a more transparent and efficient government system. "Every official must be monitored and responsible," he said.

Many legal experts emphasize that strict law enforcement is the main key in eradicating corruption. The fact that 1,385 officials have been imprisoned for corruption during the Jokowi administration. This is a challenge for Prabowo to act decisively and prove that his anti-corruption promises are not just rhetoric.

Prabowo's mission to achieve self-sufficiency in food and energy within the next 4-5 years also raises hope as well as challenges. This ambition is not easy, given the challenges of climate change and dependence on imports. Success in this field will lead Indonesia to greater independence. To make it happen, it requires large investment in the agricultural and renewable energy sector. This demands strong collaboration between the government and the private sector, as well as significant budget allocation.

The unity of the nation became the central theme in Prabowo Subianto's speech. "We must carry out democracy in a polite, without hostility," he said. However, maintaining unity in the midst of political tensions and differences in ideology is not easy. Creating constructive dialogue is the key to achieving common goals.

Interestingly, Prabowo did not mention the State Capital (IKN), a big project from the previous government. This raises speculation about the direction of development policies to be taken. Will he continue with IKN or focus on other more urgent programs?

In an international context, Prabowo emphasized Indonesia's firm stance on Palestine. Support for Palestinian independence remains an important part of Indonesia's foreign policy. The message he had conveyed at several international meetings while still serving as defense minister and holding the status of president-elect.

One of the most anticipated aspects of the public is the composition of Prabowo's cabinet. The cabinet, which is named the Red and White Cabinet, consists of 48 of the largest ministries in history since 1966 with more than 100 serving as ministers / heads of agencies and deputy ministers. Some of the names who served in this cabinet are known to be qualified, although they are still colored by the interests of political parties.

All eyes are now on the Red and White Cabinet. Prabowo's next commitment and action will be the key to see if he is able to meet people's expectations. In the midst of the challenges that span, one thing is certain: at this time, public expectations are very high. The Indonesian people have high hopes for Prabowo Subianto. Can he lead Indonesia to become an Asian Tiger?