During his visit to the Middle East in early April 2025, President Prabowo Subianto received a warm welcome from members of the Indonesian diaspora residing in countries such as Turkey, Qatar, and Egypt. The Indonesian community in Turkey, represented by Maulidya Nur Islami, expressed their pride and happiness at the President’s visit, viewing it as a significant step towards enhancing bilateral relations. Likewise, Muhammad Munirudin and Muhammad Syarif were appreciative of Prabowo’s personal attention and direct interaction with them during the visit, hoping that the meeting between the Indonesian and Turkish presidents would pave the way for stronger cooperation in the future. In Qatar, Rifki Nur Muzaki conveyed the enthusiasm of the Indonesian community, believing that Prabowo’s visit would serve as a source of inspiration to continue upholding Indonesia’s reputation. The Indonesian diaspora in Egypt also embraced Prabowo’s visit, foreseeing a positive impact on educational advancements for Indonesian students in the country. Collectively, members of the diaspora in these nations extended their prayers and best wishes to Prabowo as he embarks on his leadership journey. Since April 9, President Prabowo has undertaken official visits to various Middle Eastern countries, including the United Arab Emirates, Turkey, Qatar, and Egypt.
Indonesian Diaspora in Middle East Optimistic about Prabowo
