Inp.polri.go.id - Jakarta. President Prabowo Subianto extended greetings to Christians on Ascension Day, which fell on Friday (29/5/2026), emphasizing peace and unity across Indonesia.

“May this holy commemoration strengthen faith and foster love in society,” he said in a statement .

The President urged Indonesians to respect diversity and reinforce national solidarity, noting that religious observances are an opportunity to strengthen bonds among communities.

Ascension Day, marking 40 days after Easter, is observed globally by Christian communities and is a public holiday in Indonesia. The occasion highlighted the country’s commitment to interfaith harmony, a principle enshrined in its national philosophy of Bhinneka Tunggal Ika (Unity in Diversity).

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