Jakarta, Feb. 14 -- President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) attributed the rise in rice prices in markets to distribution disruptions resulting from floods in the Central Java area, among other factors.

"This is the issue of distribution disrupted due to floods, for instance, in Demak (Central Java)," Jokowi stated after casting his vote for the 2024 General Elections at Gambir 10 Polling Station, Central Jakarta, on Wednesday.

Jokowi ensured that stocks of rice were still ample at the State Logistics Agency (Bulog). Thus, the community does not have to worry about prices and stock scarcity.

"Rick stocks, both medium and premium (quality) rice in Bulog, are always ready, and the stocks are always available," he stated.

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