Jakarta, Aug. 8 -- Population and Family Planning Minister Wihaji has underlined the need for sustainable funding to support contraceptive access and build quality families in Indonesia.

"This is not just about funding, this also pertains to this nation's (goals). We want to ensure that children are born from families who are ready, healthy, and happy," the minister said here on Thursday.

During a meeting with the Representative of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) for Indonesia, Hassan Mohtashami, he also drew attention to the need for sustainable funding to protect women's rights, reduce the maternal mortality rate, and encourage sustainable economic growth.

His administration and the UNFPA agreed that access to contraceptiv...