Indonesia Backs Child Nutrition Initiative with Minister Thohir, Tony Robbins

Indonesian Minister of Youth and Sports Erick Thohir has backed a national initiative to bolster child nutrition, emphasizing its critical role in developing a strong future generation. Thohir attended the "Building Indonesia’s Future Generations Through Nutrition – An Inspiring Session by Tony Robbins" event in Sentul, Bogor, which was also opened by President Prabowo Subianto.

The initiative directly supports President Subianto's directive to enhance human resource quality through adequate nutrition from an early age, a key component of his "Indonesia Emas 2045" vision. Global entrepreneur and motivator Tony Robbins shared insights on leadership and the significance of investing in human potential as a foundation for national progress.

President Subianto underscored that nurturing future generations is inseparable from meeting children's nutritional needs. He highlighted the "Free Nutritious Meals" program as a national priority, designed to combat stunting, which impairs brain, muscle, and bone development. "Free Nutritious Meals is an investment for the nation's future," the President stated, adding that well-nourished children have a greater chance to learn, grow, and become superior successors.

Minister Thohir welcomed the government's efforts, noting that developing competitive youth requires not only education and skills but also good health. He sees nutrition programs for children and adolescents as a fundamental step toward building a productive generation capable of contributing to national advancement. The government stressed the importance of cross-sector collaboration, involving the National Nutrition Agency, businesses, educational institutions, and the wider community to ensure the program's success.