Economic Growth and Equality Can Be Achieved Through the Implementation of the Free Nutritious Meal Program
JAKARTA – In an effort to achieve sustainable economic growth and equality, the Indonesian Government has launched the Free Nutritious Meals Program (MBG). Cooperatives Minister Budi Arie Setiadi emphasized that this program has the potential to increase national economic growth by 0.89 percent.
“All raw materials for the MBG menu come from local farmers and ranchers. The MBG program is a form of mutual cooperation between components of the nation’s children. This will provide a multiplier effect for the community, because what is moving is the lower economy,” he said.
The implementation of this program is in line with President Prabowo Subianto’s instructions, which firmly remind people not to use imported products. This aims to ensure that the MBG program not only makes people healthy but also boosts the local economy.
By utilizing domestic resources, this program is expected to significantly drive the community’s economic sector, especially among farmers and livestock breeders.
Furthermore, the Chairman of the Gerindra Party Faction, Budisatrio Djiwandono, explained that MBG does not only focus on aspects of fulfilling quality nutrition and nutrition.
“MBG is also able to boost the people’s economy. By involving local business actors, farmers, and fishermen, this program has the potential to create a sustainable economic ecosystem in the regions,” he explained.
This shows that local community involvement in every aspect of the MBG program is the key to success.
In addition, this program has a broader impact, not only as a solution to the stunting issue, but also contributes greatly to opening access to economic equality and community food security.
With equitable economic growth, it is hoped that the quality of life of the community, especially those in rural areas, will continue to improve.
Continuing the government’s vision in empowering communities and strengthening local economies, MBG is a strategic step in realizing food security while improving the nutritional conditions of the community.
With full support from all components of society, this program is not just an initiative, but a joint step in creating a better future for the nation.[#]
