Bandar Lampung, Sept. 6 -- Indonesia's Deputy Trade Minister Dyah Roro Esti has called for the inclusion of entrepreneurship and international trade topics in the curriculum of Sekolah Rakyat, a government-backed tuition-free school program.

"I find the idea of incorporating entrepreneurship and import-export skills into Sekolah Rakyat very compelling. At the Trade Ministry, we've also partnered with universities on similar initiatives," Esti said during a visit to South Lampung District, Lampung Province, on Saturday.

She proposed involving Indonesia's overseas trade representatives to help teach business and trade fundamentals to students in the program.

"This could benefit students who aspire to run their own businesses, especially ...