President Prabowo Subianto delivered a powerful message to the newly commissioned officers of the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) and National Police (Polri) during the 2025 Oath-Taking and Commissioning Ceremony at the Merdeka Palace in Jakarta. He emphasized the importance of always setting the best example in their daily lives and urged them to internalize the oath of office they had just taken as a solemn commitment to serving the nation and its people.
Prabowo reminded the young officers that they had sworn a sacred oath before Almighty God and the people of Indonesia to sacrifice their lives and bodies to defend the country. He stressed the need for them to deeply understand the oath, live it out with integrity, and be ready to make sacrifices for the greater good of the nation.
The President acknowledged the significant responsibility that now rests on the shoulders of the newly commissioned officers, emphasizing their duty to safeguard the country’s sovereignty and ensure the security of its people. He also referenced Indonesia’s struggle for independence, highlighting the sacrifices made to achieve freedom and warning that challenges and threats will continue to test the nation’s strength.
Prabowo’s message resonated with the importance of upholding the nation’s sovereignty, dignity, and the safety of its people. He called on the officers to be dedicated to their service, ready to make the ultimate sacrifice if necessary. In conclusion, the President instilled a sense of duty and patriotism in the young officers, reminding them of the challenges ahead and the importance of standing strong against external pressures.
