There is a popular joke in Indonesia that Warung Madura will stay open 24/7, even through the apocalypse. Now, it seems like the MBG program is operating on the same principle. Amid mounting economic pressure from the global crisis, Prabowo Subianto has pressed ahead with his flagship initiative, determined to shield it from efficiency cuts. He may call this unwavering commitment. But that commitment comes at a steep cost, which extends beyond a ballooning state budget. To subscribe please click here
