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Prabowo Subianto: First Indonesian President Honored at Bastille Day

by Emma Walker – News Editor July 14, 2025

written by Emma Walker – News Editor

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Honorary guests are typically positioned on the main podium alongside the President of France and other prominent figures of the host nation. Their participation can also include symbolic military depiction from guest countries.

Prabowo’s attendance follows a tradition of world leaders being honored at Bastille Day celebrations. Notable past guests of honor include President nelson Mandela (1996), President Luiz Inacio Lula Da Silva (2005), president Donald Trump (2017), Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong (2018), and Prime Minister Narendra Modi (2023).

The invitation extended to President prabowo as a guest of honor for Bastille Day marked a meaningful moment in the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Indonesia and France, signaling new possibilities and hopes for future strategic cooperation between the two nations.

prabowo sat alongside Macron

The Bastille Day event took place on the Champs-Élysées in Paris on Monday,July 14th. Footage from the Presidential Secretariat’s YouTube channel showed Prabowo dressed in a dark gray suit and a black cap, seated in the front row with other international dignitaries.

The Bastille Day ceremony commenced with President Macron traveling in an open-top tactical vehicle along the Champs-Élysées, with military troops saluting him along the route.

Among the participating troops were members of the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI), who joined the parade. The TNI contingent, accompanied by the Canka Lokananta (GSCL) flute drums, also took part in the procession.

Following the troop inspection, President Macron approached the invited guests. Prabowo was the first guest macron greeted.

Macron engaged in a handshake and a brief embrace with Prabowo, sharing a moment before moving on to greet other guests.

Prabowo was seated to President Macron’s right, with Macron’s wife, Brigitte Macron, seated to his left.

Prabowo was accompanied at the event by his son, Didit Hediprasetyo, and his brother, Hashim Sujono Djojohadikusumo, who were seated behind him.

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Prabowo respectfully to the Indonesian contingent in Bastille Day, French president applause

by David Harrison – Chief Editor July 14, 2025

written by David Harrison – Chief Editor

Prabowo, Macron Applaud Indonesian Contingent at Bastille Day Parade

Indonesia Makes a Striking Debut on Champs-Élysées

President Prabowo Subianto stood proudly as the Indonesian contingent marched during the Bastille Day parade in Paris, receiving a warm ovation from French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte Macron.

A Display of Precision and Professionalism

Captured on the Presidential Secretariat’s YouTube channel, the moment highlighted the Indonesian contingent’s impressive performance. President Prabowo offered a salute, while President Macron and Brigitte Macron were observed clapping, seemingly impressed by the contingent’s disciplined presentation.

French President Emmanuel Macron applauds the Indonesian contingent during the Bastille Day parade, with President Prabowo Subianto also present. (Photo: Youtube Setpres)

The parade route along the famed Avenue des Champs-Élysées saw the Indonesian contingent lead the procession, setting a powerful tone for the day’s events. Under the command of Lieutenant Colonel Inf Bistok Simarmata, the soldiers showcased immaculate formations and synchronized movements.

The precise marching of the contingent was harmoniously blended with the resonant sounds of the Lokananta drum band from the TNI Academy Cadets. The powerful beat of the bass and tenor drums echoed through the avenue, creating an atmosphere of solemnity and national pride.

Indonesian Military Might on Full Display

The Indonesian contingent proudly carried their motto, ‘Forward Undeeza’. Beyond the drum band, the armed forces personnel in their camouflage uniforms, carrying their weapons, presented a formidable sight. Their unified rhythm demonstrated unwavering professionalism.

A total of 451 soldiers from the three branches of the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) participated in the Bastille Day celebration. They had arrived in France earlier, departing on July 6, 2025, for the significant event.

A Growing International Presence

This Parisian parade marked the second international military event for the Indonesian contingent. Previously, they had also participated in the Republic Day Parade in India in January 2025, showcasing Indonesia’s increasing engagement in global military displays.

Indonesia’s participation highlights its growing role in international diplomacy and defense. As of 2023, 96 countries participated in various international military exercises, demonstrating a trend towards greater global cooperation and shared security objectives (RAND Corporation).

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Prabowo Attends Bastille Day in Paris – Indonesia President Visit

by Emma Walker – News Editor July 14, 2025

written by Emma Walker – News Editor

Prabowo Arrives in Paris for Bastille Day Commemoration, greeted by Excited Diaspora

Paris, France – Indonesian Minister of Defense Prabowo subianto has arrived in Paris, France, to attend the French National Day, Bastille Day, as an honorary guest. His presence in the French capital marks a meaningful diplomatic engagement, with his visit scheduled for today. Prabowo was accompanied on his flight from Brussels by Minister of Investment and Downstream/Head of BKPM Rosan Roeslani and Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya.

Upon his arrival at his hotel, Prabowo was met with a warm and enthusiastic reception from the Indonesian diaspora residing in Paris.Young members of the diaspora, dressed in conventional attire from various Indonesian regions, presented Prabowo with bouquets of flowers, symbolizing the honor and pride they felt at his presence.Prabowo reciprocated the warm welcome by waving and greeting the gathered residents, holding small red and white Indonesian flags.

Nini Martini, an Indonesian who has lived in Paris for nearly five decades, expressed her deep emotion at Prabowo’s visit. She highlighted the significance of his invitation to Bastille Day, noting it as a rare and prestigious honor bestowed by the French state. “We are grateful that you can get the greatest invitation.For me the moast (great), from the French state. In Bastille Day, tomorrow. That’s rarely,” Martini was quoted as saying by the Presidential Secretariat Bureau.

Jefri Simanjuntak, another member of the diaspora who has resided in France for ten years, shared his pride in being able to shake hands directly with Prabowo.He was notably moved when Prabowo greeted him with the Batak greeting “Horas.” “I am very proud because the first thing Pak Prabowo did promptly answered me with the word Horas. So I am a Batak person, I am very proud and appreciated,” Simanjuntak stated.

simanjuntak also expressed his hope that Prabowo’s visit to france would foster stronger bilateral cooperation between Indonesia and France. He believes that France holds significant potential as a partner in Indonesia’s development. The welcoming atmosphere, characterized by warmth and familiarity, was seen as a testament to the unity and patriotism of Indonesian citizens living abroad, particularly in France.

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