President Prabowo Subianto announced at the 2026 World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, that approximately 70 million Indonesians are currently enrolled in the Free Health Check (CKG) program. The program provides annual medical checkups for participants, continuing for the duration of their lives.
Expanding Access to Healthcare
President Subianto stated his intention to extend the CKG program to encompass all children and adults throughout Indonesia. He characterized the initiative not as a populist measure, but as a pragmatic strategy for long-term cost savings within the healthcare system.
According to the president, early detection of illness and disease through the CKG program is expected to yield “many, many billions of U.S. dollars” in savings. He described the program as a “productivity improvement program” based on advice from his experts.
The World Economic Forum
The World Economic Forum, held annually in Davos since 1971, serves as a platform for global leaders, experts, and academics to address economic challenges and projections. President Subianto’s attendance marks a return for Indonesia to the forum after a period of absence, with Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono being the first Indonesian president to participate in 2011.
Related reporting indicates Indonesia has also been implementing programs to boost health and school attendance through free meals, and has included leprosy screening as part of its free health checks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CKG program?
The CKG program is a Free Health Check program providing annual medical checkups to Indonesian citizens, continuing for life.
Who is currently benefiting from the CKG program?
Around 70 million Indonesians are currently benefiting from the CKG program, according to President Prabowo Subianto.
What was the purpose of President Subianto’s attendance at the WEF?
President Subianto attended the 2026 World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, to discuss the CKG program and other economic matters.
How might the expansion of this program impact Indonesia’s healthcare infrastructure and resource allocation?
