Prabowo Subianto's Summit of Solitude: Tent Retreat for Indonesia's Cabinet

Indonesia's new president, Prabowo Subianto, initiates his cabinet with a three-day retreat at a military academy in Central Java. Set to inculcate his vision among ministers, the unusual meeting includes anti-corruption lessons and team-building activities, with all participants expected to sleep in tents.

In an unconventional start for Indonesia's new government, President Prabowo Subianto is taking his cabinet on a three-day retreat at a military academy in Central Java. The move, aimed at fostering unity among ministers, includes anti-corruption lessons and requires members to sleep in tents.

Prabowo, a former special forces commander, was sworn in as Indonesia's eighth president, succeeding Joko Widodo. After announcing his cabinet, Prabowo planned the retreat to align his team with his vision. The gathering features politicians, technocrats, former military officers, and religious leaders.

The retreat will focus on team-building and reiterating state ideology, with unique activities reflecting Prabowo's leadership style. Ministers, including well-regarded Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati, will participate in the program intended to unify the cabinet under Prabowo's guidance.

(With inputs from agencies.)