inp.polri.go.id - Jombang. President Prabowo Subianto departed for East Java on Thursday (8/27/2026) to attend and open the 35th Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) Congress in Jombang Regency.

Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya stated that President Prabowo and his entourage are scheduled to arrive at Juanda International Airport, East Java, before continuing their journey to Untung Surapati Field, Bahrul Ulum Tambakberas Islamic Boarding School, Jombang.

"This afternoon, the President departed for East Java to attend and officially open the 35th Nahdlatul Ulama Congress in Jombang," Teddy said in a statement.

President Prabowo's attendance at this major NU event demonstrates the government's respect for Nahdlatul Ulama's role and contribution to the Indonesian nation's development.

According to Teddy, NU has a long history of fighting for independence, maintaining unity, and contributing to the development of religious life, education, and community welfare.

"NU has a long history of fighting for Indonesian independence, maintaining unity, fostering peaceful religious life, and developing education and the welfare of the people. The President has great respect for the contributions of ulama, kiai, santri, and the entire Nahdlatul Ulama family to the nation and state," said Teddy.

NU's 35th Congress is a significant event for the organization, which has been active for over a century. President Prabowo's presence also demonstrates the government's attention to the role of ulama, kiai, and santri in social and national life.

On the flight to East Java, President Prabowo was accompanied by State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi, Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Bahlil Lahadalia, and Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya.

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