Jakarta, Aug. 31 -- Indonesian Coordinating Minister for Food Zulkifli Hasan lauded district governments nationwide for organizing the Apkasi Otonomi Expo (AOE) 2025 as a platform to empower residents, promote local products, and strengthen regional economies.

He made the statement on Saturday (August 30) at the closing of the event, hosted by the Indonesian District Governments Association (Apkasi) in Tangerang, Banten. President Prabowo Subianto officially opened the expo on August 28.

"I see that this exhibition has led to the desired outcomes, as it showcases products from local businesses, aligning with President Prabowo's determination to empower the people," Hasan noted in a statement cited in Jakarta on Sunday.

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