KSP Ready for Dialogue with Parties Rejecting Free Nutritious Meal Programme

The government will remain open, and even the President will welcome any suggestions or input. Whenever the time is right, I am available at any time,” stated the Chief of Staff to the Presidency (KSP), Dudung Abdurachman.

Speaking in Jakarta on Friday, Dudung noted that President Prabowo Subianto and the government are providing space for the public to express criticism and suggestions regarding the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) programme.

He added that the complaint and aspiration services managed by the KSP can be utilised by the public to provide feedback concerning the MBG programme. According to him, the KSP is prepared to engage in dialogue with community groups that hold differing views on the initiative.

Regarding allegations concerning the funding of protests against the programme, he noted that such information needs to be further verified through legal processes.

“I am confident that the President also receives accurate information. We simply need to ensure the subsequent steps are taken legally,” he said.

He assessed that the MBG programme has already provided benefits for children, pregnant women, micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), and the volunteers involved in its implementation.

According to Dudung, the programme aims to enhance public welfare and nutritional fulfilment, rather than merely serving the interests of popularity.

“The primary goal is the welfare of the people, in accordance with the ideals of the Indonesian nation,” he concluded.