Jakarta - An interesting moment occurred when Pope Francis arrived at the State Palace, Jakarta. President Joko Widodo (Jokowi), who greeted him, immediately bowed when greeting the Supreme Leader of the World Catholic Church. Using a medium MPV car with SCV 1 plates, Pope Francis arrived at the State Palace grounds on Wednesday (4/9/2024) at 09.35 WIB. The Pope sat in the front seat next to the driver and was closely guarded by Paspampres and the Vatican security team. The Pope's car window was open, he was seen waving and smiling at the residents who were waiting for him. The guard of honor was also seen welcoming the Pope's arrival. Arriving at the Merdeka Palace, the Pope's car first toured the Palace. A number of children dressed in traditional clothes from various regions, carrying red and white flags and Vatican flags, lined up to welcome the Pope. Pope Francis, who uses a wheelchair, was seen shaking hands with children waiting for him. The Pope was seen greeting them and smiling. The children were heard screaming when they saw the Pope arrive.

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