Indonesian President Jokowi Thanks Well-Wishers On His Birthday

JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com – Indonesia President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) expressed his gratitude to all the well-wishers on his 59th birthday on June 21.

Jokowi’s birthday also coincided with International Father’s Day 2020.

Taking to his Twitter account, Jokowi posted a photo along with the caption “Thank you for the attention and prayers for me today.”

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Indonesian President Jokowi expressed his gratitude that comes with every birthday particularly for his family.

Millions across Indonesia including prominent figures wished Jokowi a happy birthday on social media.

A Twitter hashtag #HBDJokowi59 emerged as the number-one trending topic and is positioned in the top-five ranking on June 22.

Jakarta Governor Anies Baswedan extended his birthday greetings to Jokowi on Twitter.

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“To the Indonesian President Mister Jokowi whom I respect, I wish you a happy birthday,” wrote Anies.