President of the Republic of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, received a warm and enthusiastic welcome from Indonesian citizens upon his arrival at his hotel in St. Petersburg. The excitement was palpable as dozens of Indonesians, including students, migrant workers, and members of the diaspora, eagerly greeted him with cheers, requests for photos, and heartfelt exchanges. Prabowo graciously shook hands, smiled, and engaged in friendly conversations with those present. Among them were three medical students from Papua studying in St. Petersburg, who expressed their joy at meeting the President for the first time in person. A family from Solo, Indonesia, living in Russia also had the opportunity to greet Prabowo, with one of the children even asking for Lego, much to the delight of everyone. The encounter was filled with emotion and national pride, as members of the Indonesian community offered warm wishes and prayers to their President, expressing deep admiration and gratitude. There were hopes shared for the establishment of an Indonesian consulate in St. Petersburg, showcasing the strong bond between Indonesia and its citizens abroad.
