Jakarta, Dec. 9 -- The Indonesian government is strengthening elderly-related policies as Statistics Indonesia data shows that 21 provinces have entered an aging population phase.

Minister of Population and Family Development Wihaji said on Monday that his ministry has prepared the Lansia Berdaya (Empowered Elderly) program, noting that 12 percent of Indonesia's 286 million people are elderly.

He said the country's aging population marks a demographic shift that must be addressed through integrated policies focused on health, welfare, and empowerment.

Wihaji said the Lansia Berdaya program is a key strategy to improve elderly well-being by helping seniors remain healthy, active, independent, and productive.

The program includes health...