Jakarta (ANTARA) - Ma'ruf Amin wore ethic Mandar clothing during the annual session of the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) and Joint Session of House of Representatives (DPR) and Regional Representatives Council (DPD) at the Parliamentary Complex, here on Monday.

The traditional Mandar outfit worn by Vice President Amin appeared simple based on the philosophy of the Mandar Tribe to be agile during work.

The combination of black suit and pants covered with a red woven sarong with a typical Mandar pattern as a belt added to the overall charm of the traditional outfit.

The vice president also wore a songkok head gear.

Amin was present to accompany President Joko Widodo, who delivered his annual speech in the context of the 76th Anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Indonesia.

The MPR annual session and joint session of the DPR and DPD were held offline with adherence to strict health protocols.

The annual session was also attended by members of the parliament online.

Amin will also attend the Plenary Session of the DPR for the 2021-2022 Session Year to listen to the submission of the Bill on the State Budget for Fiscal Year 2022 and the Financial Note.


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