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Indonesia Cut Funding For The Free Meal Programs (MBG) Impact By War

Students at State Islamic Elementary School 2 queue for meals during the Free Meal Program (MBG) in Malang, East Java, Indonesia, on April 2, 2026. The Indonesian government has reduced the budget and duration of the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program to five days a week to improve efficiency amid rising global energy prices, following the Iran-U.S. conflict. This adjustment is projected to save up to RP 20 trillion. (Photo by Aman Rochman/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#13527656
Date Taken	2 April 2026
Location	N/A
Photographer	Aman Rochman/NurPhoto
Category	Politics
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Aman Rochman/NurPhoto

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