Bogor, Jawa Barat, Sept. 30 -- President Prabowo Subianto has pledged to guarantee decent housing for all Indonesians, casting the sector as a pillar of economic growth.

"Housing is extremely important. Not only does it meet a basic need, especially for low-income citizens, but it can also serve as a powerful engine for growth," Prabowo said at an event in Cileungsi, Bogor District, on Monday.

He announced an ambitious goal of building three million homes, underscoring his government's resolve to meet demand.

"We've set a very high target: three million homes. That's what we must strive for. I'm reminded of Bung Karno's words: 'Aim for the sky. If you miss, you may still land among the stars,'" he said.

Prabowo stressed that the housi...