Jakarta, Sept. 19 -- The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education has designated the revitalization of early childhood education units (PAUD) as one of its priority programs to accelerate improvements in the quality of basic education.

"This revitalization is crucial to ensure better PAUD services, especially in areas that still lack adequate facilities," said Nia Nurhasanah, Director of Early Childhood Education at the Ministry, during a dialogue forum with journalists in Jakarta on Friday.

She explained that revitalization efforts include constructing new classrooms, improving facilities and infrastructure, and providing sufficient learning and play equipment.

The Ministry confirmed the urgency of this initiative after identifying...