President Prabowo Celebrates Eid al-Fitr with Muslim Leaders
Jakarta – President Prabowo Subianto engaged in diplomatic outreach during the Eid al-Fitr celebrations, extending greetings to leaders of Muslim-majority nations. The communications, which took place on Monday, March 23, 2026, aimed to strengthen bilateral ties and foster international cooperation, according to the Cabinet Secretariat.
President Prabowo spoke with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, and the President of the United Arab Emirates, Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. He likewise connected with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, as reported by detikNews and ANTARA.
Continued Outreach to Regional Leaders
This round of calls follows President Prabowo’s earlier Eid greetings to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Jordan’s King Abdullah II, and Saudi Arabian Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman. The Cabinet Secretariat emphasized that these communications represent a continued effort to maintain close relationships and enhance collaboration with key partners in the Muslim world. Astro Awani reported that the calls were made to strengthen bilateral relations and international cooperation.
Significance of the Eid al-Fitr Outreach
The Indonesian government views these Eid al-Fitr calls as more than just a customary practice. According to the Cabinet Secretariat, the outreach serves as a “bridge of unity” conveying messages of peace, cooperation, and hope to the Islamic world. The initiative underscores Indonesia’s commitment to fostering unity and strengthening partnerships with Muslim-majority nations.
The Cabinet Secretariat stated that these gatherings are a prayer and a quality hope in maintaining closeness, support and strengthening cooperation between countries, especially during the meaningful holiday momentum.
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