Inp.polri.go.id - Jakarta. President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo conferred the honorary title of Bintang Jasa Pratama (Pratama Star of Service) upon Giovanni "Gianni" Vincenzo Infantino, the President of the International Federation of Football Associations (FIFA), in a ceremony held at the State Palace in Jakarta, on Friday (10/11/23). The award, as outlined in Presidential Decree No. 70/TK/2023, recognizes Gianni's significant contributions to the field of sports, earning global recognition for his achievements. "The dedication and sacrifices he has made in the realm of sports, benefiting the nation and state, as well as his service and achievements, are widely recognized internationally, including contributions from foreign nationals to the nation and state of Indonesia," stated Rear Admiral Hersan, the Presidential Military Secretary, while reading the decree. Gianni expressed his gratitude, stating, "This is an honor not only for me but also for the entire global football community." Gianni's visit to Indonesia coincided with the opening of the U-17 World Cup at the Gelora Bung Tomo Stadium in Surabaya, East Java, on Friday (10/11/23) afternoon. (ar/inp/pr/nm)