The presence of President of the Republic of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto in Singapore for the National Day celebrations on Saturday was not only well-received, but also sparked a surge of patriotism among Indonesians residing in the city-state just days before the country’s 80th Independence Day on August 17.
A sea of small Indonesian and Singaporean flags fluttered in harmony as members of the diaspora, Indonesian citizens, and students gathered in the hotel lobby to welcome the President with cheers and applause.
Among the crowd, Cindy Claresta, representing Indonesians in Singapore, delivered a heartfelt message for her homeland, expressing her hopes for Indonesia to continue thriving, growing rapidly, and making significant advancements in education. She emphasized that Indonesia’s achievements in the past year have set a solid groundwork for the future.
Excited about the country’s accomplishments, Cindy also expressed her desire to witness the emergence of new talents as Indonesia progresses towards its goal of Indonesia Emas 2045.
In conclusion, Cindy rallied the audience with an impassioned declaration of “Happy 80th Independence Day, Indonesia! Merdeka!” which was met with enthusiastic applause and cheers.
This moment captured the essence of people-to-people diplomacy, showcasing how love for the motherland flourishes even when far away from home, especially when welcoming the nation’s leader during a significant milestone.
