"Indeed, it has never happened, there has never been a request to meet, and it has been confirmed again by the Secretary-General of the PDI Perjuangan," he added. Ari said that Jokowi is open to meeting with national figures, including Megawati. However, Ari stated that there is no schedule for a meeting between Jokowi and Megawati in the near future."

According to him, meetings between national figures are common. Ari conveyed that Jokowi often meets with religious leaders, national figures, regional figures, and the community to build Indonesia. "Certainly, as I mentioned earlier, meetings between national figures for the good of the nation are something very good," said Ari.

"Previously, PDIP Secretary General Hasto Kristiyanto emphasized that there was no meeting between Jokowi and PDIP Chairwoman Megawati Soekarnoputri. 'There is no (request from President Jokowi to meet Megawati),' said Hasto, Sunday, January 21, 2024."

However, he emphasized, Megawati's house door is always open to anyone who wants to meet, including President Jokowi. Hasto mentioned that Jokowi's arrival later will be accompanied by Finance Minister Sri Mulyani and Public Works and Housing Minister Basuki Hadimuljono.

Moreover, according to Hasto, Megawati will be very open to meeting leaders who prioritize the interests of the people, not individual interests, let alone family interests. "The door of Bu Mega will always be open to leaders who always think for the people, nation, and country, far above personal and family interests. If you want to meet, let it be escorted, accompanied by Ibu Sri Mulyani, Pak Basuki, and Pak Ahok," he said.