Wamena, Feb. 23 -- The Papua Highlands government has reaffirmed its readiness to successfully implement the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program, which will be tailored to local conditions.

Despite opposition from local students, Acting Governor Velix V. Wanggai stated on Sunday that the program would proceed with adjustments to regional conditions.

"In principle, we are always ready to implement national strategic programs, including the MBG, where readiness is adapted to the context of the Papua Highlands," he said.

Earlier, hundreds of students in Yahukimo, Papua Highlands, protested against the government's MBG program, arguing that they needed free education more than free meals.

Wanggai emphasized that Papua is part of Indonesia...