Jakarta, June 3 -- Indonesia's Child Protection Agency (KPAI) urged the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) to prioritize food-insecure and vulnerable regions in rolling out the Free Nutritious Meals program to maximize health outcomes.

The National Nutrition Agency should prioritize phased implementation in regions facing severe food insecurity, malnutrition, and socio-economic vulnerability, KPAI Deputy Chair Jasra Putra said Wednesday.

KPAI also urged the agency to conduct a comprehensive review of program governance, including alternative delivery models such as using school cafeterias to reduce contamination risks.

The agency was further asked to ensure nutritional quality and food safety through stricter standards and stronger coordi...