Prabowo Says Army, Police Chiefs 'Deserve Top Posts' for Their Service

President Prabowo Subianto lauded the top leaders of Indonesia's Army and National Police, Gen. Maruli Simanjuntak and Gen. Listyo Sigit Prabowo, asserting their promotions were well-earned due to their service and capabilities. Speaking from the Merdeka Palace, Prabowo officiated the completion of numerous infrastructure projects, including 3,395 bridges and 3,000 clean water sources, developed by the military and police.

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I believe that a soldier like Maruli Simanjuntak becoming the highest-ranking officer in the Army is deserved based on his work and service. I also believe that Gen. Listyo reaching the highest position in the police force is deserved because of his achievements, service and capabilities.

"I believe that a soldier like Maruli Simanjuntak becoming the highest-ranking officer in the Army is deserved based on his work and service. I also believe that Gen. Listyo reaching the highest position in the police force is deserved because of his achievements, service and capabilities," Prabowo stated during a virtual address.

He underscored the importance of public service, noting that the actions of leaders are constantly monitored and remembered by the populace. Prabowo pointed to the infrastructure initiatives as examples of leadership that directly benefits the community. "You have understood what it means to be a leader. You have understood how fulfilling it is when we can do something meaningful for our people," he remarked.

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All good deeds, all good service by individuals, officials and leaders are actually monitored, observed, recorded and remembered by the people. Remember that.

The president's commendations coincided with the unveiling of these significant infrastructure developments, highlighting the collaborative efforts between the Indonesian Military and National Police in serving the public.

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We have worked together, and you have understood what it means to be a leader. You have understood how fulfilling it is when we can do something meaningful for our people.