The recent visit of Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto to Singapore for the National Day celebrations had a profound effect on Indonesian students studying in the country. Four students from the Singapore Institute of Management, Belinda, Donata, Daniel, and Ardi, had the opportunity to interact directly with the President. They shared how meeting President Prabowo made them feel a connection to their homeland and brought a sense of home while being in a foreign land.
The students expressed their gratitude for the chance to meet President Prabowo and members of the Kabinet Merah Putih during the National Day Parade in Singapore. Belinda mentioned how meeting the President made her feel closer to home, especially during such significant celebrations. Donata also shared her excitement about meeting President Prabowo up close, as it was a rare and memorable opportunity for her. Another student expressed how meeting the President in person was a first-time experience for them.
The students cherished the moment of connecting with their country’s leader while being away from home, and they appreciated the sense of familiarity it brought. This encounter not only made them feel proud of their national identity but also left a lasting impression on them. It was a unique and memorable experience for the students to interact with President Prabowo during their time in Singapore.