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title: "Indonesian president asks Trump for meeting with son Eric in 'hot mic' moment"
description: "Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto asked U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday if he could meet with Trump's son Eric, an executive vice president of the Trump Organization, according to comments by the leaders picked up by a microphone after Trump had addressed a Gaza-focused summit in Egypt."
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# Indonesian president asks Trump for meeting with son Eric in 'hot mic' moment

> Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto asked U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday if he could meet with Trump's son Eric, an executive vice president of the Trump Organization, according to comments by the leaders picked up by a microphone after Trump had addressed a Gaza-focused summit in Egypt.

By Reuters · Published 14 October 2025, 15:39 SAST · Updated 14 October 2025, 15:39 SAST

## Key points
- In a candid moment caught on a live mic, Trump and Indonesian Minister Prabowo inadvertently revealed their behind-the-scenes chatter about potential business dealings, proving once again that in the world of politics and commerce, the only thing more dangerous than a hot mic is a cold deal.
- A private conversation between Trump and Indonesian Minister Prabowo was inadvertently recorded, revealing potential business discussions.
- The exchange occurred in Sharm el-Sheikh after Trump's remarks at a summit following the Gaza ceasefire announcement.
- Prabowo expressed interest in meeting Eric Trump, with Trump confirming he would have him call, hinting at ongoing business ties.
- Indonesia's Foreign Minister stated he was unaware of the specifics discussed, emphasizing the close relationship between the two leaders.

## Content

Trump and Prabowo, who were also seen on video, appeared to be unaware that a live microphone was recording their conversation.

The two spoke in the Egyptian resort city of Sharm el-Sheikh after Trump delivered remarks to a group of world leaders gathered for the summit, which followed the announcement of a ceasefire agreement in Gaza.

The White House and the Trump Organization's Indonesian business partner, MNC Group, did not respond to requests for comment on the exchange.

It was not clear in the audio whether the two were referencing the Trump Organization or any business deals involving the president or his family.

Speaking to Trump as the two men stood behind a podium with a microphone, Prabowo refers to a region that is "not safe, security-wise" and then asks Trump: "Can I meet Eric?"

Trump says: "I'll have Eric call. Should I do that? He's such a good boy. I'll have Eric call."

Prabowo then mentions the name "Hary" in a comment and says "we'll look for a better place".

Trump says again: "I'll have Eric call you."

Prabowo says: "Eric or Don Jr."

Eric Trump and his brother Donald Trump Jr. both serve as executive vice presidents of the Trump Organization, which has business operations involving real estate, hospitality and blockchain-based ventures.

LONG-TIME TRUMP PARTNER

It was unclear who Prabowo was referring to when he mentioned "Hary".

The MNC conglomerate's founder and executive chairman is Hary Tanoesoedibjo, a long-time business partner of the Trump Organization, who attended the U.S. president's inauguration this year.

Indonesia's Foreign Minister Sugiono said he did not know what the president spoke to Trump about, adding the two leaders shared a close relationship and could have discussed issues outside of state affairs.

When asked by reporters whether Prabowo was referring to Tanoesoedibjo, Sugiono said he had not heard the recording.

MNC's property unit MNC Land KPIG.JK operates an integrated resort in partnership with the Trump Organization about 60 km (37 miles) south of Jakarta.

In February, the environment ministry ordered MNC Land to halt development of the project over water management and environmental issues.

The Trump Organization and MNC Land are also developing a luxury resort and a golf club in Tabanan, on the Indonesian island of Bali. The project is listed on the Trump Organization's website as "coming soon". Both projects have faced significant delays.

(Reporting by Costas Pitas, Katharine Jackson, Stefanno Sulaiman, Ananda Teresia, Stanley Widianto and Gayatri Suroyo; Editing by Rami Ayyub, Edmund Klamann and Neil Fullick)