Indonesia's Free School Lunch Program: Costs, Challenges, and Support
Indonesia's president Prabowo Subianto has launched a nationwide free school lunch program amid economic slowdown and rising unemployment, but critics argue the program is financially unsustainable and distracts from more urgent needs like education and transportation. The country's economy faces challenges such as declining consumer spending, factory closures, and increased inequality, raising concerns about the feasibility of funding large social programs. Public dissatisfaction and protests reflect broader frustrations with government policies and economic prospects.