Jakarta, Oct. 30 -- The Indonesian National Police (Polri) and the Ministry of Villages and Development of Disadvantaged Regions have agreed to roll out joint initiatives aimed at strengthening public order and security in rural areas.

Polri Chief General Suyudi Ario Seto forged the collaboration during a meeting with Minister of Villages Yandri Susanto at the police headquarters in Jakarta on Friday.

The police chief expressed concern over drug abuse and alcohol consumption in villages, saying they have contributed to various crimes, including theft, violence, brawls, illegal street racing, and inter-village clashes.

"In fact, we often see children being perpetrators of violent acts," he added.

To address the issue, Suyudi said Polri...