Prabowo: Democracy is difficult but the best system

President Prabowo Subianto acknowledged the inherent difficulties and chaos within democratic systems, but asserted its superiority for achieving justice, hope, and inclusivity. Speaking at an Indian Community Reception in Jakarta on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, he addressed the Indian diaspora alongside Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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Democracy is not an easy system to run, sometimes it's very chaotic. But I think we agree that it is the best system for justice, for hope, for inclusivity.

"Democracy is not an easy system to run, sometimes it's very chaotic. But I think we agree that it is the best system for justice, for hope, for inclusivity," Prabowo stated. The chairman of the Gerindra Party noted that democracy faces risks, traps, and attempts by certain parties to hijack the process for their own gain. He called for national unity to safeguard democratic principles, urging citizens not to give up but to continue believing in and protecting democracy.

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We must not give up. We must continue to believe in democracy and keep trying to protect it.

Prabowo also drew parallels between Indonesia and India, noting that their relationship extends beyond economic and political cooperation. Both nations, he said, share experiences in democracy, maintaining unity amidst diversity, and building stable governments. He expressed admiration for Prime Minister Modi, calling him a personal favorite, while clarifying he was not interfering in India's domestic politics. Modi's visit to Jakarta concluded with the reception, marking the end of his three-day state visit, which also included a planned trip to Yogyakarta.

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I am not interfering in India's domestic politics, but I am a personal admirer of Shri Narendra Modi.