Indonesia demands stronger health crisis response

Indonesian Deputy Health Minister Benjamin Paulus Octavianus stressed the need to strengthen national capacity to respond to health crises. He made the statement during a high-level meeting on public health preparedness. The deputy minister said improving response systems is a priority as health threats become more frequent and complex. He called for better coordination across government agencies and faster decision-making during emergencies. The remarks underline Indonesia's push for stronger safeguards against future health emergencies.