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| Pontianak Police Chief Commissioner Suyono meets with Dayak Customary Council Chairman Yohanes Nenes in South Pontianak, Saturday (August 9, 2025) |
Pontianak Police Chief, Commissioner Suyono, S.I.K., S.H., M.H., paid a courtesy visit to the residence of the Chairman of the Dayak Customary Council (DAD) of Pontianak City, Yohanes Nenes, S.H., on Wonobaru Street, South Pontianak, Saturday (August 9, 2025).
The visit aimed to strengthen relations between the police and local customary leaders while fostering cooperation to maintain public security and order in Pontianak.
The courtesy meeting was attended by Pontianak Deputy Police Chief, AKBP Hendrawan, S.I.K., S.H., M.H., Acting Head of Community Guidance, Deputy Head of Intelligence, the Head of Community Guidance Unit of South Pontianak Police Sector, and the local community police officer (Bhabinkamtibmas) of Kota Baru subdistrict.
In the warm discussion, Commissioner Suyono emphasized the important role of customary leaders in preserving harmony within a diverse society.
“We hope this strong partnership continues so that Pontianak remains safe and conducive for all residents,” said Commissioner Suyono.
Chairman of the Pontianak City DAD, Yohanes Nenes, welcomed the visit and expressed his commitment to working together with the Pontianak Police in various community programs.
“We are ready to collaborate in cross-cultural and interfaith activities to maintain harmony in the city,” he said.
This courtesy visit is expected to serve as a positive example of cooperation between law enforcement and indigenous communities in West Kalimantan.
Such synergy is seen as vital to preventing potential social tensions and maintaining Pontianak’s reputation as a peaceful and tolerant city.