Aceh – Indonesia, Banda Aceh – Commander of Military District Command (Dandim) 0103/North Aceh, Lieutenant Colonel Inf Faisal, S.Sos., M.Si., attended the commemoration of the Mawlid (Birthday) of the Prophet Muhammad SAW organized at the PWI Aceh Office, Kuta Alam District, Banda Aceh City.
The attendance of the 0103/North Aceh Military District Commander was part of an effort to strengthen ties and foster a closer relationship between the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) and members of the press.
The event was attended by the executive board of PWI Aceh, members of the Aceh Regional Leadership Coordination Forum (Forkopimda), religious figures, community leaders, members of the press, and various other invited guests.
For Lt. Col. Inf Faisal, attending the event organized by PWI Aceh was more than just fulfilling an invitation; it was a strategic moment to enhance communication, foster togetherness, and maintain positive relations between the military and journalists.
“The commemoration of the Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday serves as a moment to emulate the character of the Prophet, particularly in building brotherhood, honesty, care, mutual respect, and togetherness,” said Lt. Col. Inf Faisal in a statement received by Rakyat Aceh.
He added that strong relations between the military and media professionals are essential to cultivating healthy communication and making a positive contribution to society.
“We must continually maintain our bond. The military and the press operate in their respective spheres of service, but both can work together to provide enlightening information and build a conducive atmosphere within the community,” he expressed.
Lt. Col. Inf Faisal also extended his appreciation to PWI Aceh for organizing the religious event. In his view, events like the Prophet’s Mawlid provide an excellent venue to bring together diverse elements of society while strengthening personal and institutional ties in a warm, familial atmosphere.
“PWI Aceh is an important part of press life in Aceh. We will continue to build communication and synergy with media professionals in a spirit of openness, togetherness, and mutual respect,” concluded Faisal. (ung/ril)