Indonesian Deputy Minister Highlights Pancasila Spirit and Social Justice in Lebak

Deputy Minister of Primary and Secondary Education Fajar Riza Ul Haq chose Lebak Regency in Banten as the site for the 2026 Pancasila Day commemoration, underscoring the region's historical ties to the nation's foundational ideology.

During the ceremony on Monday, June 1, 2026, Haq served as the inspector of ceremonies in Rangkasbitung, accompanied by Lebak Regent Mochamad Hasbi Asyidiki Jayabaya and local government officials. Following the event, Haq explained that Lebak's selection was deeply rooted in historical meaning and closely linked to Pancasila's core values, particularly the second and fifth principles concerning just and civilized humanity and social justice for all Indonesians.

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I chose this Kabupaten Lebak because it holds historical meaning and is very closely related to the spirit of Pancasila, especially the second and fifth principles.

"I chose this Kabupaten Lebak because it holds historical meaning and is very closely related to the spirit of Pancasila, especially the second and fifth principles," he stated. Haq noted that Lebak is associated with Multatuli and his monumental work, "Max Havelaar." The ideals of struggle articulated in this work inspired many national figures to resist colonialism and fight for justice. Haq believes this spirit directly aligns with Pancasila's values.

"I want to emphasize President Prabowo Subianto's government's commitment to realizing the fifth principle within the broader context of state policies that favor the people," Haq told reporters in Lebak. The day before the ceremony, Haq also visited a "Sekolah Rakyat" (People's School), a government priority program he views as a tangible manifestation of Pancasila's values, especially in promoting educational equity. He praised Regent Hasbi's support for these schools in Lebak, seeing it as a reflection of the local government's commitment to providing fairer educational access for vulnerable and low-income communities.

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I want to emphasize President Prabowo Subianto's government's commitment to realizing the fifth principle within the broader context of state policies that favor the people.