President Prabowo Subianto of Indonesia delivered a commanding and emotionally resonant address at the United Nations General Assembly, urging world leaders to confront global crises with courage, compassion, and collective resolve. His speech, notable for its clarity, depth, and balanced tone, touched on a wide spectrum of urgent challenges—from climate change and armed conflict to humanitarian suffering and national resilience.
Subianto spoke candidly about Indonesia’s own vulnerabilities, including rising sea levels threatening its coastal communities and the country’s ongoing pursuit of food and energy self-sufficiency. He called for fairer global climate financing and technology sharing, emphasizing that developing nations must not be left behind in the race toward sustainability.
On international conflict, Subianto issued a heartfelt plea for diplomacy and peace. Addressing the war in Gaza, he condemned the violence on both sides, stating unequivocally that Hamas’s actions must be denounced, while also asserting that Israel’s military response has been “excessively harsh.” He warned that the scale of civilian casualties—especially among women and children—has shifted global perception, turning Israel from victim to aggressor in the eyes of many. At the same time, he acknowledged the fear and insecurity felt by Israeli civilians, calling for a durable and just resolution that guarantees safety and dignity for all while asserting his support for Palestine given what he called Israel’s strongman’s attitude.
Throughout his speech, Subianto maintained a tone of moral clarity and empathy, refusing to politicize human suffering. He called on the international community to recommit to the principles of multilateralism, justice, and shared humanity, urging leaders to rise above division and act with conscience and unity.
His address was widely noted for its scope, sincerity, and statesmanship—marking Indonesia’s voice as one of reason and resolve on the global stage.
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto delivering a speech
