JAKARTA, INDONESIA Oct 21, 2025 – President Prabowo Subianto led a plenary cabinet meeting on Monday, marking the first anniversary of his administration, where he outlined key achievements and reaffirmed commitments to sustainable development and public welfare.
The session, held at Istana Negara (State Palace) in Jakarta, brought together top government officials in a ceremonial setting adorned with Indonesian flags and traditional decor. Prabowo, addressing the gathering from the podium, emphasized the progress made under the “Kabinet Merah Putih” (Red and White Cabinet), named after the colors of the national flag.
In his opening remarks, the president highlighted economic indicators showing steady growth at 5 percent and controlled inflation at 2 percent. He also spotlighted flagship social initiatives, including the “Makan Bergizi Gratis” (Free Nutritious Meals) and “Cek Kesehatan Gratis” (Free Health Checks) programs, which have reportedly reached tens of millions of beneficiaries across the archipelago.
“Bertepatan dengan satu tahun masa pemerintahan, saya memimpin Sidang Kabinet Paripurna untuk membahas perkembangan berbagai program kerja sekaligus menetapkan arah kebijakan untuk periode mendatang,” Prabowo stated in a post on X (formerly Twitter), sharing photos of the ornate hall and seated ministers in traditional attire.
The government, he added, remains dedicated to policies that prioritize “peningkatan kesejahteraan rakyat” (improving people’s welfare), building a superior and intelligent human resource base, and fostering a sustainable national economy for future generations.
The meeting comes amid ongoing discussions about potential cabinet reshuffles, with public and online reactions to Prabowo’s post ranging from praise for the administration’s focus on grassroots programs to calls for greater accountability on issues like education credentials and anti-corruption efforts. Replies on the platform included supportive messages, such as one user thanking the president for “building foundations” over the past 365 days, alongside critiques urging faster action against graft.
Analysts view the plenary as a strategic moment for Prabowo to consolidate his coalition’s support ahead of the 2029 elections, while signaling continuity in populist policies inherited and expanded from the previous administration.
As Indonesia navigates global economic headwinds, including commodity price fluctuations and regional trade dynamics, the session underscored the administration’s intent to maintain momentum on inclusive growth. Further details on policy directions are expected in upcoming official briefings.
