Jakarta, Dec. 9 -- President Prabowo Subianto has thanked the Pakistani government for supporting Indonesia's health sector, including by sending doctors and experts.

At a joint press conference with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on Tuesday, Prabowo said Indonesia currently needs a large number of health personnel.

He noted that Pakistan's assistance in sending doctors, professors, and experts would significantly benefit Indonesia's health services.

"We have a vast need for doctors and dentists, and I am starting a massive program of education in this field. So, your assistance will be very strategic and critical for us. We really appreciate that," Prabowo said on YouTube.

He also highlighted the importance of a...