Small and medium-sized business owners in Tangerang were delighted to welcome President Prabowo Subianto during his visit to the Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2025 at ICE BSD. Representing a small enterprise from West Sumba, Tresya Avilaemalo expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to showcase her region’s products including coffee, tea, chocolate, and woven fabrics. She highlighted the significance of participating in the event and thanked the President for his support. Tresya also voiced her hope for President Prabowo to visit West Sumba in the future, aiming to empower local entrepreneurs and contribute to food security programs.
In a similar vein, Ferdinan Endarto, a representative of small businesses from Kapuas Regency in Central Kalimantan, shared his optimism for continuous promotional opportunities that can facilitate the expansion of local cultures and products for wider recognition. He underscored the importance of initiatives that promote regional products, recognizing the uniqueness of each region’s community and specialties. Ferdinan also expressed his support for President Prabowo’s Koperasi Merah Putih initiative, which is designed to empower small enterprises and enhance the economy by managing and supporting all small businesses in Kapuas Regency.
