Jakarta, Feb. 12 -- Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology Fauzan lauded IPB University for establishing a center of excellence dedicated to supporting the Free Nutritious Meals program.

As cited in his ministry's statement here on Wednesday, Fauzan reiterated that the program is essential to the realization of the Golden Indonesia 2045 vision, as it aims to drive the physical, mental, and character development of national future talents.

On that note, he underlined that the government expects universities to play a role in this goal by conducting relevant qualitative and quantitative studies.

"All higher education institutions are expected to collaborate to welcome Golden Indonesia 2045 by supporting the Free Nut...