Finally JIS Inaugurated, Anies Baswedan: Sorry We Disappointed Those Who Are Pessimists

The Governor of DKI Jakarta gives a speech at the Grand Launching of the Jakarta International Stadium

JAKARTA - DKI Jakarta Governor Anies Baswedan touched on many parties who were pessimistic about the construction of the Jakarta International Stadium (JIS). However, this disappointment was 'repaid' by the completion of the football stadium.

This was conveyed by Anies when giving a speech at the JIS Grand Launching, Sunday, July 24. Anies apologized for disappointing those who had been discordant with the construction of the international stadium.

"We apologize that we have disappointed those who are pessimistic," said Anies to Jakmania's cheers and applause at JIS, North Jakarta, Sunday, July 24.

Anies said the establishment of JIS at this time is proof that dreams can be achieved even though they are often seen as pessimistic.

The former Minister of Education and Culture (Mendikbud) also briefly mentioned his campaign promise five years ago. In front of The Jakmania present, he said this promise has been completed.

"From the moment the promise was made five years ago, the promise to build the stadium was revealed and The Jak is willing to take part in guarding that promise and today The Jakmania fulfills the promised stadium," he said.

"This is a colossal work, this is not the work of one person, this is the work of thousands of people working day and night to complete a masterpiece project," he continued.

Previously, the DKI Jakarta Provincial Government held the Grand Launching of the Jakarta International Stadium (JIS) on the weekend, Sunday, July 24.

The inauguration of this international-class stadium was enlivened by a number of performances by famous musicians and football matches.

A number of musicians who will perform are Dewa19 feat. Firzha, Kotak Band, Setia Band, and various other shows. The event will be hosted by Choky Sitohang and Astrid Tiar.

After being opened by the Governor of DKI Jakarta Anies Baswedan, a friendly match between Persija and Chonburi will be held at 18.30 WIB. Chonburi is a football club from Thailand.