Deputy State Secretary Juri Ardiantoro stated at a press conference\nat the Presidential Palace complex here on Friday that the registration\nmechanism will be announced shortly.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe will hold a \u2018ticket war\u2019 for citizens who wish to attend the\ncommemoration of the Proclamation Ceremony at the Merdeka Palace,\nallowing the public to be present in person,\u201d he said, referring to the\nrapid online ticketing rush expected due to high public demand.<\/p>\n
In addition to members of the public, the government will also invite\nwinners of the previously announced 81st Independence Day logo\ncompetition.<\/p>\n
Juri said the government aims to have at least 8,100 participants\nattend both the morning Proclamation Ceremony and the Lowering of the\nNational Flag Ceremony in the late afternoon on August 17.<\/p>\n
He also confirmed that President Prabowo Subianto will preside over\nthe morning ceremony.<\/p>\n
The government has established the grand theme for the 81st\nanniversary of the Republic of Indonesia in 2026 as \u201cA Sovereign, Fair,\nand Prosperous Indonesia\u201d.<\/p>\n
This theme reflects the direction of national development,\nemphasizing the values of national independence, equitable justice, and\npublic welfare.<\/p>\n
According to Ardiantoro, the government has prepared a series of\nevents to commemorate this year\u2019s Independence Month, involving various\nministries, agencies, and the active participation of the public.<\/p>\n
The ceremonies on August 17 will serve as the pinnacle of the 81st\nIndependence Day commemorations.<\/p>\n
Beyond the official ceremonies, communities across Indonesia are\nexpected to celebrate the occasion with traditional folk games, cultural\nevents, and the hoisting of the red-and-white national flag in their\nrespective neighborhoods.<\/p>\n
Related news: President declares August 18 Independence Day national\nholiday<\/p>\n
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