inp.polri.go.id - Jakarta. President Prabowo Subianto welcomes the visit of world philanthropist Bill Gates at the Merdeka Palace, Jakarta, Wednesday morning.

In the courtyard of the Merdeka Palace, the President and Bill Gates shook hands, then the President invited Bill Gates to enter the credential room at the Merdeka Palace.

The two chatted, then interspersed with a group photo session. The President then invited Bill Gates into the presidential office.

Deputy for Protocol, Press, and Media of the Presidential Secretariat Yusuf Permana told reporters in Jakarta on Wednesday (5/6/2025) that President Prabowo and Bill Gates are scheduled to discuss a number of issues, including sustainable development.

"President Prabowo and Bill Gates are scheduled to hold a meeting at the Merdeka Palace to discuss a number of sustainable development initiatives, especially on the issues of global health, nutrition, financial inclusion, and public digital infrastructure," said Yusuf Permana.

Bill Gates, who is currently heavily involved in the world of philanthropy, continued his journey to Jakarta after visiting Singapore. In Singapore, together with his philanthropic foundation, Bill Gates directly reviewed several sustainable development initiatives.

President Prabowo previously teased Bill Gates' visit at the Plenary Cabinet Session at the President's Office, Presidential Palace, Jakarta, Monday (5/5/2025). He said that Bill Gates wanted to express support and appreciation for the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) Program.

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