Economists raise concern over sustainability of Indonesian meal program

A girl begins her free meal of rice, chicken, tofu, stir-fried corn and watermelon. (Devianti Faridz/VOA) A boy tries his first free meal at Susukan public elementary school in Jakarta, Indonesia. (Devianti Faridz/VOA) Children eat a free meal at school. (Devianti Faridz/VOA)

Economists are raising concerns about the viability of Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto’s program launched this year to combat child nutrition.