President Prabowo Receives Credentials from Nine Ambassadors

President Prabowo Subianto of Indonesia formally accepted letters of credence from nine ambassadors from friendly nations on Tuesday, following a similar ceremony the previous day. This brings the total number of newly accredited ambassadors to 17 over two consecutive days. The presentation of these credentials signifies the official commencement of their diplomatic assignments in Indonesia. The ceremony, held at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta, included ambassadors from Guatemala, Qatar, Kenya, Fiji, Morocco, Portugal, Panama, North Korea, and Mozambique. Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Arief Havas Oegroseno noted that the process is a standard diplomatic tradition observed globally. During the presentations, the ambassadors conveyed greetings from their respective heads of state or government and expressed intentions to enhance bilateral ties with Indonesia. President Prabowo reiterated Indonesia's commitment to a free and active foreign policy, emphasizing the importance of international cooperation amidst global challenges. Notably, one of the newly accredited ambassadors, representing Mozambique, has prior experience serving in Jakarta, adding a personal connection to their diplomatic role.

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So, what we are doing now is the tradition of receiving letters of credence from ambassadors, whose letters are usually signed by the president or the king, depending on the country.