Small and medium-sized business owners in Tangerang showed great enthusiasm as President Prabowo Subianto visited the Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2025 at ICE BSD. Tresya Avilaemalo, representing a small enterprise from West Sumba, expressed her appreciation for the chance to display her region’s products such as coffee, tea, chocolate, and woven fabrics. She highlighted the significance of participating in the event and thanked the President for the support. Tresya also expressed her optimism for President Prabowo to visit West Sumba in the future, aiming to aid local entrepreneurs and contribute to food security programs.
Similarly, Ferdinan Endarto, a representative of small businesses from Kapuas Regency, Central Kalimantan, shared his desire for ongoing promotional opportunities to enable the expansion of local cultures and products, leading to wider recognition. He emphasized the importance of initiatives that promote regional products, recognizing the distinct communities and specialties of each area. Ferdinan also voiced his support for President Prabowo’s Koperasi Merah Putih initiative, which aims to empower small enterprises and bolster the economy. He highlighted the program’s role in supporting and guiding all small businesses in Kapuas Regency.
