Jakarta, CNN Indonesia —
Haryo Putra Nugroho Wibowo, great-grandson of the 2nd President of Indonesia Suharto showing off a number of the legacy of the late rulers of the homeland in the era of the new order. Starting from 999 mosques throughout Indonesia, foundations, to Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (TMII).
He said the construction of 999 mosques was a noble task that Suharto had fulfilled as a Muslim and leader.
“In my point of view, Pak Harto has fulfilled two noble tasks. First, the duty as a Muslim and a leader,” said Haryo at the launch of the book Legasi Pak Harto by Mahpudi MT, Saturday (11/12).
On the other hand, he considered the construction of 999 mosques as a gift from Suharto to the Muslim community. Especially for those who do not have a proper place of worship.
“So if we look at it from the perspective of Islam, in my opinion, his charity is no longer in question,” he said.
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Illustration. Beautiful Indonesia Miniature Park, one of the legacies of the orba order of the 2nd President of Indonesia, Suharto. (BETWEEN PHOTO/ASPRILLA DWI ADHA)- – |
As for the foundation, Suharto built it as a form of concern for the wives of TNI members who died in 1962. At that time, Suharto was the commander of the Trikora war.
“As far as I know, Pak Harto has given birth to many foundations from the health sector to the education sector,” he said.
Finally, for the construction of the TMII, which was initiated by Tien Suharto, according to him, this is Suharto’s way of showing the true identity of Indonesia.
Because Indonesia is not only Jakarta and Bali, so that the miniature of the Indonesian nation is displayed at TMII. Another goal is to raise the morality of the nation and boost the name of Indonesia.
“I need to remind you, this initiation came from the first lady who wanted to raise the dignity and morality of the Indonesian nation, which at that time was in a slump,” he said.
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