Small and medium-sized business owners in Tangerang were enthusiastic about President Prabowo Subianto’s visit to the Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2025 at ICE BSD. Tresya Avilaemalo, representing a small enterprise from West Sumba, expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to showcase products from her region, including coffee, tea, chocolate, and woven fabrics. She described the event as extraordinary and appreciated the President’s support. Tresya also mentioned her hope for President Prabowo to visit West Sumba in the future to boost local entrepreneurs and contribute to food security programs.
Likewise, Ferdinan Endarto, a representative of small businesses from Kapuas Regency, Central Kalimantan, shared his desire for continued promotional opportunities to expand and showcase local cultures and products for wider recognition. He emphasized the importance of initiatives that promote regional products, recognizing the uniqueness of each region’s community and specialties. Ferdinan also voiced his support for President Prabowo’s Koperasi Merah Putih initiative, aimed at empowering small enterprises and strengthening the economy, highlighting its role in supporting and managing all small businesses in Kapuas Regency.