Addressing Geopolitical Conditions, Prabowo: The Strong Will Survive

JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com - President Prabowo Subianto addressed the current geopolitical landscape, suggesting that only the strong will prevail.

According to Prabowo, the existing geopolitical conditions have eroded the concept of an international order.

"Now it's politics dictated by power. Those who are strong will survive; we can see what is happening in the Middle East, everywhere, those who are weak will vanish," Prabowo stated during a cabinet meeting at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta on Wednesday (21/10/2026).

Thus, the Head of State emphasized the critical importance of national unity in navigating today's global conditions.

He also referenced the spirit of Indonesia's first president, Sukarno, in safeguarding national cohesion.

"I believe there is a common thread, which is his conviction, his efforts to always maintain national unity, dear friends," Prabowo remarked.

On this occasion, Prabowo noted that democracy should aim to foster national unity.

He mentioned that differences, competition, and criticism are positive aspects; however, he reminded that unity must be upheld.

"If we follow the Western style of democracy as it is now, just look at the news every day. What is happening in France, what is happening in Italy, what is happening in Europe, the birthplace of democracy, which taught us about human rights, we see the situation. This is something we need to be aware of," Prabowo stated.

Therefore, he believes that his coalition is a significant form of unity aimed at improving the lives of citizens.

"Dear friends, I remind you, our country has nearly 300 million people. Our nation is as large as Europe; Europe has 30 countries, with 30 cabinets, 30 finance ministers, 30 military commanders, 30 attorneys general, and 30 police chiefs. Indonesia has one cabinet, dear friends," Prabowo emphasized.