Small and medium-sized business owners in Tangerang were delighted to have President Prabowo Subianto visit the Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2025 at ICE BSD. Representing a small enterprise from West Sumba, Tresya Avilaemalo expressed her appreciation for the chance to showcase products like coffee, tea, chocolate, and woven fabrics from her region. She described the event as extraordinary and thanked the President for his support. Tresya also expressed her hope for a future visit from President Prabowo to West Sumba, as it would benefit local entrepreneurs and contribute to food security programs.
Likewise, Ferdinan Endarto, representing small businesses from Kapuas Regency, Central Kalimantan, shared his desire for ongoing promotional opportunities to expand and increase recognition of local cultures and products. He stressed the significance of initiatives that promote regional products, recognizing the unique communities and specialties of each region. Ferdinan also voiced his support for President Prabowo’s Koperasi Merah Putih initiative, which aims to empower small enterprises and boost the economy. He highlighted the program’s role in managing and supporting all small businesses in Kapuas Regency.