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Prabowo's Anti-Corruption Drive at BGN Hailed as Proof of Reform Commitment

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's swift action against corruption at the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has garnered widespread support.
  • Activists from the 98 Resolution Network praised Prabowo's zero-tolerance stance as proof of his commitment to reform and good governance.
  • This decisive action is seen as crucial for achieving Indonesia's 2045 goals, particularly concerning child welfare and food security.

President Prabowo Subianto's decisive crackdown on corruption within the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) is being hailed as a concrete demonstration of his commitment to reform and clean governance. The swift action has earned broad support from various societal segments and national political observers, who view it as a significant step towards eradicating corruption and abuse of power.

The 98 Resolution Network, a group of activists, specifically lauded President Prabowo's zero-tolerance policy. "We give the highest appreciation to President Prabowo Subianto for his zero-tolerance commitment to all forms of abuse of power, especially regarding firm legal action within the National Nutrition Agency," stated Agus Teddy, the network's spokesperson. He emphasized that the program for nutrition improvement and food security is a cornerstone for realizing the 'Golden Indonesia 2045' vision, directly impacting the nation's future generations.

We give the highest appreciation to President Prabowo Subianto for his zero-tolerance commitment to all forms of abuse of power, especially regarding firm legal action within the National Nutrition Agency.

โ€” Agus TeddyAgus Teddy, spokesperson for the 98 Resolution Network, stated this in a joint statement released in Jakarta.

According to the activists, Prabowo's bold move signifies that his commitment to fighting corruption was not merely campaign rhetoric but a fundamental principle guiding his administration. "This is clear evidence of clean, brave leadership that fully sides with the people's interests," Teddy added. The 98 Resolution Network also drew a strong historical parallel between Prabowo's current actions and the aspirations of the 1998 Reformasi movement, suggesting a continuation of the fight for a more just and accountable government.

This is clear evidence of clean, brave leadership that fully sides with the people's interests.

โ€” Agus TeddyAgus Teddy, spokesperson for the 98 Resolution Network, commented on President Prabowo's actions.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.