Jakarta, April 7 -- President Prabowo Subianto highlighted the crucial role of farmers in maintaining national sovereignty during a simultaneous harvest activity held in 14 provinces and centered in Majalengka, West Java, on Monday.

In his speech, Prabowo expressed his deep appreciation for farmers, who are the backbone of the nation.

"Farmers are the producers of food. Without food, there is no nation. Without food, there is no Indonesia," he said while delivering a speech in front of thousands of farmers and invited guests, which was followed online via the Presidential Secretariat channel here on Monday.

He also criticized the attitude of some elites, who, he believes, do not fully understand the importance of farmers' role in ensur...