Jakarta, Feb. 23 -- The Indonesian Foods and Drugs Authority (BPOM) supports the Nusantara Hajj Rice export initiative by committing to oversee the quality and safety of the product.

The head of BPOM, Taruna Ikrar, said on Monday that the export represents more than a commercial activity, as it reflects the state's role in ensuring proper care for its citizens by providing food that meets their taste preferences and nutritional needs.

Indonesia maintains strong cooperation with Saudi Arabia, including collaboration between BPOM and the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (Saudi FDA).

Both agencies signed a memorandum of understanding in 2020 to strengthen joint monitoring of food and drug safety and facilitate the entry of products for Hajj ...