During the Sharm el-Sheikh Peace Summit in Egypt, a seemingly private exchange between Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and former US President Donald Trump was inadvertently captured by a live microphone, drawing significant attention. While global leaders convened to address the Gaza peace initiative, this unexpected conversation focused on connecting with Trump’s sons.
In the recording, Prabowo, apparently unaware he was being broadcast, conversed with Trump about regional security challenges. He described a situation as “not safe, security-wise” and then inquired, “Can I meet Eric?” Trump readily agreed, promising, “I’ll have Eric call. Should I do that? He’s such a good boy. I’ll have Eric call.” Prabowo later broadened the request, mentioning “Eric or Don Jr.”
The exchange has ignited speculation, particularly given that Eric and Donald Trump Jr. are key figures in the Trump Organization. This organization boasts golf club developments in Indonesia, specifically near Jakarta and a forthcoming project in Bali. The incident brings renewed focus to the intersection of Trump’s political influence and his family’s extensive international business portfolio. The specific nature of Prabowo’s request—whether for business, political, or personal reasons—remains unconfirmed by the leaked audio.