The Indonesian President, Prabowo Subianto, visited Singapore to join in the National Day celebrations on August 9, leaving a lasting impact on Indonesian students studying in the country. Belinda, Donata, Daniel, and Ardi, students from the Singapore Institute of Management, had the opportunity to meet President Prabowo in person. Their encounter with the President helped them feel a strong connection to their homeland, as if they were back in Indonesia. It was more than just a casual meeting for them; it was a reminder of their national identity and a sense of belonging while being far away from home.
Belinda expressed how meeting President Prabowo during Singapore’s National Day Parade made her feel closer to Indonesia. She, along with her friends, were grateful for the chance to interact and shake hands with the President and members of the Kabinet Merah Putih. The students considered it a rare and memorable experience, especially since it was their first time meeting a President in person. Donata shared her excitement about meeting Prabowo again, feeling privileged to have such a close encounter with him. The students cherished the moment as it brought a piece of home to foreign soil.
Overall, the students’ interaction with President Prabowo during the National Day celebrations in Singapore was a significant and heartfelt experience that strengthened their connection to Indonesia while studying abroad.
