The two national figures spent around two hours in discussion, Hadi said after attending the commemoration of the 80th Anniversary of the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) at the National Monument (Monas) in Jakarta on Sunday.
"It was essentially a cordial reunion between the seventh and eighth presidents. If Mr. Prabowo is in Central Java, he will likely pay Mr. Jokowi a visit in turn," the minister told the press.
Since Jokowi happened to be in Jakarta, the two arranged to meet for lunch, he added, noting that the former president shared some input and suggestions with his successor.
The minister, however, did not disclose details about the topics discussed during the meeting, which followed their last encounter at Jokowi’s residence in Solo, Central Java, on July 20 this year.
"The meeting certainly touched on various national matters and advice on how to address them. The two leaders spent about two hours together," Hadi stated.
Chairman of the National Economic Council (DEN) Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan shared an optimistic view about the Prabowo-Jokowi meeting.
"The meeting was certainly a positive gesture, signaling a harmonious relationship between the President and his predecessor," he said in response to media queries at Monas on Sunday.
While not knowing the exact issues discussed, Luhut expressed confidence that the two leaders met in the national interest.
"They definitely talked about some matters. Let us pray for their continued unity," said the former coordinating minister for maritime affairs and investment.
Prabowo hosted Jokowi at his residence on Kertanegara Street, South Jakarta, on Saturday noon. The two had lunch before proceeding to a one-on-one discussion around 1 p.m. local time.
After meeting his predecessor, the President also received several national figures, accompanied by Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin.
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