Jakarta, June 26 -- Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto stated that he has appointed professors to key government positions to help find solutions to the nation's various challenges.

"In almost every key area of government, I have included professors in highly decisive positions," he said at the opening of the Indonesian Science, Technology, and Industry Convention (KSTI) in Jakarta on Friday.

Prabowo explained that the ultimate goal of governance is to ensure a prosperous and dignified life for the people. Therefore, the government must be capable of addressing challenges while actively seeking solutions to national issues.

He affirmed that he has long recognized the critical role scientists and professors play in governance. As a r...