Jakarta, June 25 -- Emphasizing that the underprivileged community deserves the best health services, President Prabowo Subianto has asked his ranks to ensure that the best hospitals with sophisticated resources are not enjoyed by the rich alone.

"If necessary, insurance (providers) and the government can intervene to help the underprivileged access the best service with advanced equipment," he said while opening the Sanur Health Special Economic Zone (SEZ) and Bali International Hospital (BIH) in Denpasar, Bali, on Wednesday.

He added that the state is obligated to protect its people, including through the provision of health services.

Therefore, along with the establishment of international-standard hospitals, Prabowo also highlighte...