President Prabowo Subianto has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to bolstering the people’s economy by establishing 80,081 Merah Putih Village Cooperatives nationwide. During the official launch of these cooperatives, President Prabowo highlighted the importance of shortening supply chains to ensure fair access to essential goods for low-income communities. The initiative aims to set up village-level infrastructure like warehouses, pharmacies, and retail outlets to provide affordable generic medicines, fertilizers, and staple foods directly to the people. President Prabowo stressed the need for accessible essential medicines at fair prices and called for strict oversight to prevent fraudulent practices in staple goods distribution. With the use of artificial intelligence tools and quality control laboratories, the government can swiftly detect anomalies and price manipulation. In his closing remarks, President Prabowo urged national unity in the pursuit of social justice, prioritizing the nation and people’s interests over party or group interests. Let the red and white in our hearts guide our actions towards a fairer and more just society.
Prabowo’s Vision for Village Cooperatives in Indonesia
