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Minister Thohir Thanks President Prabowo for Elevating Sports as National Honor Benchmark

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Indonesia's Youth and Sports Minister Erick Thohir thanked President Prabowo Subianto for his commitment to elevating sports as a measure of national honor and a strategic sector.
  • Thohir highlighted Prabowo's understanding of sports' impact on national pride and economic growth, emphasizing the need for long-term athlete development programs.
  • The minister stressed that the president recognizes the importance of continuous national training programs for athletes, moving away from instant results.

Youth and Sports Minister Erick Thohir expressed gratitude to President Prabowo Subianto for his dedication to making sports a benchmark of national honor and a strategically important sector requiring long-term development. Thohir's remarks came during a press conference in Jakarta on Friday, July 10, 2026, following the inauguration of senior officials at the Ministry of Youth and Sports.

"I thank the President, who understands the benefits of sports as a measure of honor and knows that athlete preparation must be long-term," Thohir stated. He emphasized Prabowo's strong grasp of sports' significant influence, not only in achieving athletic success but also in fostering national economic growth.

The minister further elaborated that the President understands the necessity of athlete development through sustained national training programs. This approach aims to build achievements over time rather than seeking immediate results, recognizing the deep and lasting impact of sports on the nation.

I thank the President, who understands the benefits of sports as a measure of honor and knows that athlete preparation must be long-term.

— Erick ThohirMinister of Youth and Sports Erick Thohir speaking at a press conference in Jakarta.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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