Bondowoso, East Java, June 26 -- President Prabowo Subianto on Thursday inaugurated the operation and construction of several geothermal power plants (PLTP) and solar power plants (PLTS) spread across 15 provinces.

"This afternoon, I inaugurate the operation and construction of renewable energy (projects) in 15 provinces," he informed via video conference from Bali.

According to Subianto, the power plant projects are a part of the government's efforts to build energy self-sufficiency.

He said that the independence of a nation is determined by its ability to feed its people and ensure a decent life and livelihood for them.

He emphasized that energy has an important role in the life of the nation in the 21st century.

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