Jakarta, May 28 -- President Joko Widodo has called on his ranks to facilitate access to working capital stimulus for farmers and fishermen.

Widodo delivered the statement during a limited meeting held through a virtual conference from the Merdeka Palace, Jakarta, on Thursday.

"I call for simplifying the procedures. As a result, our farmers and fishermen can obtain the funds," President Widodo stated in Jakarta on Thursday.

The head of state stressed that providing working capital stimulus was crucial for agriculture, marine, and fisheries businesses.

The stimulus will be distributed through expansion of the micro credit program for farmers and fishermen having a bank account. However, those without a bank account will receive the stimu...