Indonesian People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) Speaker Ahmad Muzani has framed the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) program as a key initiative toward achieving Indonesia’s “Golden Indonesia 2045” vision. Muzani emphasized that the program transcends simply providing food to students. He views MBG as a strategic national effort focused on improving the intelligence and capabilities of the nation’s population. This initiative represents a broader investment in human capital development. The program aims to nourish students physically and intellectually, enabling them to contribute more effectively to Indonesia’s future. Muzani believes the MBG program is a crucial step in building a smarter and more competitive workforce for the country. Ultimately, he posits, it’s an ‘ikhtiar’ – a conscientious effort – to secure a prosperous future for Indonesia.