Prabowo Congratulates Trump on Election Win
Jakarta. President Prabowo Subianto went to his X account on Wednesday to congratulate Donald Trump on his decisive win in the US presidential election.
Prabowo, himself was inaugurated president less than three weeks ago, will embark on a two-week overseas trip later today that will also include a stop in the United States to meet with President Joe Biden.
His aide said Prabowo also considered visiting the winner of the US election during his US visit.
“My heartfelt congratulations to Mr. @realDonaldTrump for being elected as the 47th President of the United States of America,” Prabowo wrote.
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“Indonesia and the United States are strategic partners who share a robust and multifaceted relationship. Our strategic partnership holds immense potential for mutual benefit, and I look forward to collaborating closely with you and your administration to further enhance this partnership and for global peace and stability.”
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