Jakarta, July 21 -- Speaker of the House of Representatives (DPR) Puan Maharani said the Red and White Village Cooperative program is aimed at strengthening the grassroots economy and promoting equitable development from the village level.

"The Red and White Village Cooperative is a government initiative that reflects the state's presence for the people, ensuring they feel the government's support," she said at the launch of the program on Monday.

The event, held in Bentangan Village, Wonosari, Klaten, Central Java, was officially inaugurated by President Prabowo Subianto.

Maharani emphasized the importance of government services that directly address public needs, including access to education, healthcare, fertilizer distribution, and...