"The VP's visit from July 15 to 17 (2023) went smoothly," he informed in Sorong on Monday.
He extended his appreciation to the Indonesian Defense Forces (TNI) and the National Police (Polri) for making tremendous efforts to prepare personnel to ensure that the visit went safely and smoothly.
"The Kasuari Military Commander and West Papua Police chief also directly monitored VP Amin's three-day visit in Sorong. Hence, on behalf of the provincial government, I would like to appreciate all the efforts," Musa'ad said.
He also lauded all residents of Indonesia's newest province for their contribution to efforts to maintain security and order during the visit.
"I would also like to extend my gratitude and appreciation to all the residents for their support during the VP's visit," he said.
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According to Musa'ad, the success in maintaining a conducive situation also served as proof that all elements of society in Southwest Papua support the government's plans and efforts to encourage development in the province.
"Hopefully, this support will be a valuable motivation for the government to succeed in carrying out development activities," he pointed out.
Earlier, Sorong Military Commander, Brigadier General Juniras Lumbantoruan, affirmed that the Vice President's visit to Southwest Papua would go smoothly.
"I can guarantee that the VP's visit to the province from July 15–17 will go smoothly," he said in Sorong on July 13 after leading an assembly of security troops tasked with ensuring security during Amin's visit.
On that occasion, Lumbantoruan informed that TNI and Polri would station thousands of joint troops at all locations that would be visited by the Vice President.
According to Law Number 34 of 2004 of the Indonesian Defense Forces, TNI is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the President, Vice President, and their families.
Commander Lumbantoruan said he hoped that all elements of society in Southwest Papua, including religious, community, and youth figures, would maintain synergy to preserve the conducive and orderly situation.
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Translator: Yuvensius Lasa, Tegar Nurfitra
Editor: Yuni Arisandy Sinaga
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