Press Statement (Doorstop) of President of the Republic of Indonesia After Awarding Bintang Jasa Utama Medal to Bill Gates at Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza Hotel, New York, the United States on Wednesday, September 23, 2025

Journalist

Mr. President, how was the meeting with Bill Gates, sir?

The President of the Republic of Indonesia (Prabowo Subianto)

The meeting went well, very positive. Bill Gates has shown great concern for Indonesia, making significant contributions. According to the Minister of Health, his direct contribution so far is around Rp7-8 trillion. In addition, the total contributions are estimated at around US$4-5 billion for research support, finding the best seeds, medicines, and vaccines. Considering these contributions, I decided to award the Bintang Jasa Utama medal. Furthermore, Danantara continues to collaborate with the Bill Gates Foundation on humanitarian projects. Projects to help the most vulnerable, to eradicate poverty and hunger, and also [projects on] education, especially education, since it is the key to our future. I think that is all, I still have another meeting.

Journalist

Thank you, Mr. President. (TCUD/MMB)