The statement was conveyed by Presidential Communication Office (PCO) head Hasan Nasbi in Jakarta on Thursday.
"We have been independent for 80 years, yet the president often reminds us that poverty still exists. We must strive to eliminate it," Nasbi said.
He noted that President Prabowo is concerned that many Indonesian children remain out of school, while the country continues to depend heavily on foreign nations for food and energy.
"We must also be free from dependency, particularly on food and energy supplies," Nasbi emphasized.
According to him, the government is committed to realizing these ideals through policies and programs focused on public welfare, national independence, and the advancement of Indonesian civilization.
"Those goals will be fulfilled by the government, leading to true independence," he remarked.
Indonesia will celebrate its 80th Independence Day on August 17, 2025, under the theme "United and Sovereign, Prosperous People, and Advanced Indonesia," which reflects the shared aspirations of national leaders and citizens.
The flag-raising ceremony will be held at the State Palace, led by President Prabowo.
For the first time, the celebration will feature a People's Party at the Presidential Palace, offering free food and beverages. A similar event will be held at the National Monument (Monas) from morning to evening on the same day.
The festivities will conclude with an Independence Carnival in the evening, featuring ministries, government institutions, the Indonesian Armed Forces (TNI), and the National Police (Polri) parading decorated cars to showcase their flagship programs.
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Translator: Andi Firdaus, Resinta Sulistiyandari
Editor: Anton Santoso
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