Jakarta, March 23 -- People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) Deputy Speaker Eddy Soeparno voiced support for the government's work-from-home (WFH) arrangement promoted after Eid al-Fitr, calling it an effective measure to reduce fuel consumption amid global oil pressures.

"This policy will definitely cut fuel consumption nationally, as it is expected to reduce public mobility, particularly that of workers," he told ANTARA when contacted from Jakarta on Monday.

He suggested extending the policy to schools, noting the potential benefits of remote learning to further boost efficiency in fuel use nationwide.

However, the lawmaker stressed that the government must ensure the WFH scheme does not hinder economic activity.

"We cannot afford to s...