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Indonesian president's allies distance themselves from flagship free meals programme

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Briefings

A recent poll indicates strong public opposition to Indonesia's flagship free meals programme, with approximately 62% of respondents opposing it. This finding suggests significant challenges for the initiative's implementation and public support.

Key points

• Approximately 62% of the public opposed the Indonesian free meals programme according to a poll.
• The poll was conducted in early October by an unnamed research firm.

Context

The Indonesian government launched a free meals programme to assist low-income families, but public opposition remains high, potentially hindering its rollout.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to a single poll conducted in early October, which may not reflect long-term public sentiment or current conditions.

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