President of the Republic of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, recently led a virtual limited cabinet meeting while on an official state visit abroad to address a territorial dispute involving four islands claimed by both Aceh and North Sumatra. The key government officials present at the meeting included the Minister of State Secretary, Minister of Home Affairs, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives (DPR), the Governor of Aceh, and the Governor of North Sumatra. The main agenda of the meeting was to finalize the administrative return of the islands to Aceh. After a thorough review and based on relevant data and documentation, President Prabowo decided that Pulau Panjang, Pulau Lipan, Pulau Mangkir Gadang, and Pulau Mangkir Ketek are officially part of Aceh’s administrative territory. This decision is expected to bring peace to all parties involved in the dispute and foster regional harmony. The resolution represents a significant step forward in addressing regional territorial disputes through diplomatic and constitutional means, highlighting the government’s commitment to equitable governance and unity among regions.
