President Prabowo Subianto has recently made a significant decision by granting amnesty and abolition to PDI-P Secretary General Hasto Kristiyanto and businessman Tom Lembong. This move has been widely praised as a step towards national reconciliation and unity. Senior politician Fahri Hamzah commended President Prabowo for his quick and thoughtful response to address societal divisions, especially as Indonesia approaches its 80th Independence Day celebrations.
The decision to grant amnesty to 1,116 convicted individuals, including Hasto Kristiyanto, was approved by the Indonesian House of Representatives. This decision, outlined in Presidential Letter No. 42/Pres/072725, dated July 30, 2025, reflects the President’s prerogative rights under the Indonesian Constitution to eliminate legal consequences from criminal convictions.
Fahri emphasized the importance of President Prabowo’s decision in promoting societal harmony and unity, particularly in the face of efforts by certain groups to sow division. He also expressed his hope that this gesture by the President would contribute to the reunification of the nation and help restore peace and solidarity among the people.
The move by President Prabowo has been seen as a sincere effort towards reconciliation and national harmony. It is a significant step towards bringing the nation together and addressing social fragmentation. This decision reflects the President’s commitment to using his constitutional power for the greater good of the country.
