Indonesian Presidential Palace Revokes Journalist Press Card for Asking Prabowo About Free Nutritious Meal Program

Surabaya – The Indonesian Presidential Palace revoked the press card of CNN Indonesia journalist Diana Valencia after she asked President Prabowo Subianto about the Free Nutritious Meal Program. The Palace’s action has drawn criticism from the Indonesian Journalists Association and the Press Council. ‘We regret the Palace’s decision to revoke Diana Valencia’s press card for asking a critical question,’ said a representative of the Indonesian Journalists Association. The incident has raised concerns about press freedom in Indonesia. The Press Council also highlighted the importance of journalists being able to ask questions without facing repercussions.