TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Indonesian President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo introduced Prabowo Subianto as President-elect during his opening speech at the 10th World Water Forum (WWF) in Bali on Monday, May 20. He reassured thousands of delegates that Prabowo would continue the country's commitment to contributing to global water management.

Prabowo, who was in attendance, stood up when his name was mentioned by the President. The attendees welcomed the introduction with applause. Jokowi also mentioned that Prabowo currently serves as Defense Minister. “Thank you, Pak Prabowo,” Jokowi expressed.

Global leaders were present at the 10th World Water Forum, including Prime Minister of Tajikistan Qohir Rasulzoda, President of Sri Lanka Ranil Wickremesinghe, President of Fiji Ratu Wiliame Maivalili Katonivere, Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia Dato Sri Haji Fadillah Bin Haji Yusof, and Deputy Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea John Rosso.

The high-level conference was also attended by WWF President Loïc Fauchon, UN General Assembly (UNGA) President Dennis Francis, then-President of Hungary 2012-2022 János Áder, Special Envoy of France Barbara Pompili, and Special Envoy of the Netherlands Meike van Ginneken.

Following the meetings, the delegates will explore the mangrove forest Taman Hutan Raya (Tahura) I Gusti Ngurah Rai. The third day's agenda will conclude with the Cultural Parade in Bali Collection.

The World Water Forum is a global conference aimed at strengthening cooperation to address water and sanitation challenges. As the host country, Indonesia introduced the theme "Water for Shared Prosperity".

In his speech, Jokowi also emphasized the importance of water as a source of life and a symbol of balance and harmony. He said that water could also trigger a catastrophe if not managed well.

DANIEL A. FAJRI

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