The recent visit of President of the Republic of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, to Singapore for the National Day celebrations was met with great enthusiasm and patriotism from the Indonesian community living in the city-state. As the nation prepares to celebrate its 80th Independence Day on August 17, both Indonesian and Singaporean flags were proudly displayed as members of the diaspora, Indonesian citizens, and students gathered in the hotel lobby to welcome the President with cheers and applause.
Among the crowd was Cindy Claresta, representing the Indonesian community in Singapore, who shared a heartfelt message for her homeland. She expressed her hopes for Indonesia’s continued success, rapid growth, and improvements in education, highlighting the nation’s achievements over the past year as a strong foundation for the future. Cindy also emphasized the importance of new talents emerging on the journey towards Indonesia Emas 2045.
In a triumphant declaration, Cindy wished Indonesia a happy 80th Independence Day, exclaiming “Merdeka!” to rousing applause and cheers from the attendees. The event exemplified the spirit of people-to-people diplomacy, showcasing the unwavering love for the motherland even when far from home, especially during significant moments like welcoming the nation’s leader.
