APPMBGI Committed to Ensuring the Sustainability of MBG Programme Governance

Jakarta (ANTARA) - The General Chairman of the Indonesian Association of Entrepreneurs and Managers of Free Nutritious Meals (APPMBGI), Abdul Rivai Ras, stated that his organisation is committed to maintaining the sustainability of the governance of the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) programme. “APPMBGI is present to ensure the continuity of MBG governance, not just for a specific period, but as a long-term sustainable programme,” Abdul said in a statement in Jakarta on Monday. He explained that APPMBGI is developing the MBG Command and Control Centre system, which functions to monitor, control, and supervise the operations of kitchens and the MBG supply chain across Indonesia. The system, he continued, enables the mapping of regions experiencing supply shortages and ensures effective logistics distribution, particularly in underdeveloped areas with limited market access and infrastructure. In addition, APPMBGI is forging partnerships with several parties, including Perum Bulog, to support the distribution of national food reserves. Through its regional networks, the association also helps to bridge supply chain gaps. Nevertheless, he cautioned that utilising local markets must be balanced with a strong logistics system to avoid disrupting price stability and supply. APPMBGI is also pushing for the MBG programme to have a strong legal foundation through regulations at the level of a law to guarantee programme continuity amid leadership dynamics and global challenges. According to Abdul, through the Command and Control Centre, APPMBGI conducts data analysis to ensure the programme runs on target, transparently, and delivers real benefits to the community. He emphasised that APPMBGI is committed to being an independent organisation that provides input and recommendations to the government as part of the check and balance mechanism in implementing the MBG programme. “APPMBGI is present as a strategic partner that assists the government while ensuring the MBG programme runs optimally, sustainably, and on target,” he said.