Prabowo Defends Off-the-Cuff Speeches: 'Only Experts and Elites Dislike It'

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto reiterated his commitment to direct communication with the public, acknowledging that his off-the-cuff speaking style is not favored by some experts and elites. Speaking at the 28th anniversary event of the PAN party in Jakarta on Friday (18/9), Prabowo stated, "Those who dislike it are the experts, the elites." He mentioned that he receives advice from political and communication experts to stick to a script. However, Prabowo asserted that he understands the Indonesian people well and prefers to speak his mind. Observing the audience at the PAN event, Prabowo remarked, "Looking at your faces, looking at your eyes, you like it when I speak without a text." This suggests his confidence that his candid approach resonates with the attendees. The President's communication style, which deviates from traditional formal speeches, aims to foster a sense of approachability. However, such extemporaneous remarks can sometimes lead to unforeseen implications, a point often debated regarding his public addresses. Source: CNN Indonesia