US President Praises President Prabowo’s UN General Assembly Speech
President Prabowo Subianto attends the Multilateral Meeting on the Middle East at the invitation of U.S. President Donald Trump, held at the United Nations Security Council Consultation Room in New York, on Tuesday (09/23). (Photo by: BPMI of Presidential Secretariat)
A warm atmosphere filled the United Nations Security Council Consultation Room in New York as President Prabowo Subianto attended the Multilateral Meeting on the Middle East at the invitation of U.S. President, Donald Trump, on Tuesday (09/23).
Among the rows of world leaders present, there was a light yet meaningful moment. In his opening remarks, President Trump not only spoke about the importance of the forum for peace in the Middle East but also took a moment to offer special praise to President Prabowo.
With a smile that drew the attention of the entire room, President Trump openly expressed his appreciation. He commended President Prabowo’s speech as powerful and energetic, even noting that his delivery captured the attention of global leaders.
“You too, my friend. A great speech. You did a great job banging on that table. You did a great job. Thank you very much,” said President Trump, turning to President Prabowo.
The praise immediately drew attention, given that President Prabowo’s speech at the 80th UN General Assembly had been noted for its forcefulness and energy. For President Trump, President Prabowo’s dramatic table-thump served as a symbol of courage in voicing justice on the world stage.
For those present, the moment brought a lighter mood to the otherwise serious discussions about Gaza and Middle East peace. It was a public acknowledgment by the U.S. President of an Indonesian leader who, despite appearing at the UN General Assembly for the first time, left a deep impression.
The gesture was more than personal praise, it reflected international recognition of Indonesia’s position as an important voice in global diplomacy. The smile that accompanied President Trump’s words symbolized that, behind tense global issues, there was genuine appreciation for President Prabowo’s courage and decisiveness.
The third speaking slot given to President Prabowo at the 80th UN General Assembly further highlighted Indonesia’s strategic standing in the eyes of the world. This honor is viewed as recognition of President Prabowo’s leadership on the global stage and of Indonesia’s role as a bridge between the Global North and South, East and West, helping reconcile the interests of major and developing nations in addressing international challenges. (BPMI of Presidential Secretariat) (AS/TM)
