Jakarta, July 1 -- Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto lauded the National Police (Polri) for its significant contribution to the government's food security agenda, citing its active role in advancing the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program.

Speaking at a ceremony marking Polri's 80th anniversary in Bogor District, West Java, on Wednesday, he credited the force for strengthening national food security.

"I would like to express my appreciation to the Indonesian National Police for actively participating in our food security efforts," Prabowo remarked at a training facility of the Polri Mobile Brigade.

He acknowledged that the police had been involved in measures to boost food production, including initiatives aimed at developing the c...