Prabowo's 'National Discussion Space' Strategy: Sandwiched by Jokowi and SBY, Discuss Geopolitical Fortifications

President Prabowo Subianto hosted a major meeting titled Silaturahmi Kebangsaan at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta on the evening of Wednesday, 4 March 2026. The gathering drew public attention as Prabowo sat flanked by two former presidents, Joko Widodo (Jokowi) and Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono (SBY). The attendance of eminent national figures, cabinet ministers, and party leaders was not merely ceremonial. Prabowo emphasised the importance of building a ‘National Discussion Space’ as a precautionary step against the increasingly unsettled dynamics of global geopolitics in 2026. In his address, he emphasised that unity among political elites is the key to ensuring Indonesia does not falter under international conflicts. He said that future economic and security challenges require the collective thinking of experienced leaders. ‘We are building a national discussion space to ensure that every policy move is well considered and capable of anticipating the geopolitical impacts that exist,’ Prabowo said. A notable moment occurred during the dinner when Prabowo sat at the same table as Jokowi and SBY. The presence of the two former presidents sent a strong signal of continuity and solid national unity. Several cabinet ministers and party leaders present praised the president’s move, viewing it as crucial for maintaining domestic stability amid intensifying global political temperatures. The meeting was held behind closed doors to discuss technical steps the government will take in the coming months.