Small and medium-sized business owners in Tangerang are enthusiastic about President Prabowo Subianto’s visit to the Apkasi Otonomi Expo 2025 at ICE BSD. Tresya Avilaemalo, a representative of a small enterprise from West Sumba, expressed appreciation for the chance to showcase products like coffee, tea, chocolate, and woven fabrics from her region. She found it extraordinary to participate in the event and acknowledged the President’s support. Tresya also voiced her wish for President Prabowo to visit West Sumba in the future, hoping that it would boost local entrepreneurs and contribute to food security programs.
Similarly, Ferdinan Endarto, representing small businesses from Kapuas Regency, Central Kalimantan, expressed his hope for ongoing promotional opportunities to help local cultures and products gain wider recognition. He stressed the importance of initiatives that promote regional products, recognizing the uniqueness of each area’s community and specialties. Ferdinan also showed his support for President Prabowo’s Koperasi Merah Putih initiative, aimed at empowering small enterprises and bolstering the economy. He highlighted the program’s role in supporting and guiding all small businesses in Kapuas Regency.
