Youth and Sports Minister Roy Suryo halted mid-stride in reaction to a loud shot at Senayans National Karate Training Center in mid-November. He had wanted to pose for a group photo with the athletes. Just wait a moment, Pak. I wish to say something, Aswar said. The ministers expression showed his surprise, but he motioned for Aswar to finish his sentence.

Aswar used the moment to air his grievances about the inadequate preparations for the 2013 S