JAKARTA, JakartaWeekly.com—Finance Minister Suahasil Nazara explained that spending on the Free Nutritious Meals (Makan Bergizi Gratis/MBG) program had reached Rp153.2 trillion, covering 57 million beneficiaries. The funds were distributed through approximately 27,485 Nutrition Fulfillment Service Units (SPPGs). According to data from the September 2026 APBN KiTa report, MBG spending accounted for 70.03% of the Rp218.77 […]
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — The leadership reshuffle at the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) is seen as unlikely to bring significant change if the Food and Drug Supervisory Agency (BPOM) is not formally involved in the implementation of the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program. Public Policy Expert Agus Pambagyo said BPOM plays a crucial role in ensuring […]
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — Dadan Hindayana, Former Head of the Indonesia National Nutrition Agency (BGN), was arrested by Indonesia Attorney General’s. This happened just hours after Indonesia President Prabowo Subianto dismissed him from his position as Head of BGN. The dismissal of Dadan Hindayan was announced by State Secretary Minister Prasetyo Hadi on Tuesday (2/6) at the […]
