Jakarta, June 12 -- The government will build around 100 Integrated National Schools in 2026 to speed up equitable access to quality education by providing opportunities for high-achieving students from all segments of society.

Primary and Secondary Education Minister Abdul Mu'ti told reporters at the Presidential Palace Complex on Thursday that, in line with President Prabowo Subianto's directive, the establishment of non-boarding top schools through the Integrated National School program is being accelerated this year.

"This year, we plan to build 100 Integrated National Schools, and proposals have already been submitted from 36 schools that we have selected," Mu'ti said.

Of the target, five schools are planned to be established at e...