Indonesia launches free meal program for 63 million schoolchildren
Indonesia has been providing a free daily meal to all schoolchildren since January 2025.
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The fact
The program covers 63 million people but has faced corruption scandals.
Its cost strains public finances amid geopolitical tensions.
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Why it matters
Ce programme ambitieux illustre les défis des politiques sociales dans les pays émergents, entre ambition et contraintes budgétaires.