A hot mic caught Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto asking Donald Trump to connect with his sons about a ‘not safe’ region in Indonesia. The conversation sparked concern on social media about the potential overlap of business and politics.
A recent hot mic incident at the summit in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, has left people concerned after a conversation between Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and former U.S. President Donald Trump was overheard. The conversation, which occurred while world leaders were gathered to discuss peace efforts in Gaza, raised questions about possible conflicts of interest and the blending of politics with private business dealings.
The Hot Mic Incident
During the summit, as the mic remained live and recording, Subianto was heard speaking to Trump, asking if he could get in touch with Trump’s sons, Eric and Don Jr., about a region in Indonesia that is “not safe” security-wise. Subianto’s request for a meeting with Eric Trump, in particular, sparked concern among listeners who speculated on the nature of their conversation.
“I would like to,” Subianto started, referencing the dangerous region. Trump, who had his back to the microphone, responded: “I’ll have Eric call you. Should I do that? He’s such a good boy. I’ll have Eric call.”
The conversation continued with Subianto and Trump discussing a potential “better place,” though the full details were inaudible. Subianto mentioned both Eric and Don Jr., with Trump responding, “You’re fantastic. I’ll have one of them call you, thank you, my friend.”
Speculation and Concerns
The conversation sparked widespread speculation on social media. Some users raised alarms about potential ethical violations, with one tweet saying: “Did we just hear a major crime happen?” Another commented: “Mixing political influence with private business interests crosses ethical lines.”
The Trump Organization, led by Eric and Don Jr., opened a luxury golf resort in Indonesia earlier this year in collaboration with a local company. Another Trump resort is listed as “coming soon” in Bali, raising further questions about the business dealings between Trump’s family and the Indonesian government.
🚨OH MY GOD: Trump and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto have just been caught on a hot mic discussing a deal (?) (he asks to speak with Trump's sons Eric and Don Jr – who do NOT work in government).
Did we just hear a major crime happen?
— CALL TO ACTIVISM (@CalltoActivism) October 13, 2025
However, some defended the conversation, noting that Subianto has expressed interest in having Trump resorts built in Indonesia. One Twitter user pointed out, “It’s common knowledge that Subianto wants Trump Hotel resort built in Indonesia. Trump did the right thing here and deferred to Eric and Don Jr. He’s not involved directly.”
A Tense Moment in International Diplomacy
While the conversation didn’t appear to involve any direct criminal activity, it has nonetheless sparked debate about the ethics of blending business and diplomacy. The conversation left some wondering whether political leaders should involve family members in such discussions, especially when business interests are at play.
Trump’s relationship with the Indonesian government has come under scrutiny before, with critics questioning whether his family’s business dealings influence his political decisions. For now, it remains unclear whether this exchange represents a breach of ethical standards or simply a routine conversation in the course of international relations.
