His Excellency President Prabowo, My dear friends, brothers and sisters, Selamat malam! Namaskaar! Vanakkam! Sat Sri Akaal! Jai Jhule Laal! Kem-chho? These days, the world is gripped by football fever. Here in Indonesia too, the passion for football is truly extraordinary.
Every time I have visited Indonesia, the FIFA World Cup has been in full swing. The first time was in 2018, when we gathered in Jakarta. We met again in Bali in 2022. And now, in 2026, we are once again meeting here in Jakarta.
The 'Man of the Match' at all three of these events in Indonesia has been the same - all of you living in Indonesia.
I have been overwhelmed by the warmth and affection extended to me by the people of Indonesia. It was a truly memorable experience to be received at the airport by President Prabowo himself, accompanied by members of his Cabinet.
Words fall short of expressing my gratitude for such heartfelt hospitality.
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