Promising Global Classy Herbal Products, WHO Appreciates Toedjoe Stars

JAKARTA - The World Health Organization (WHO) appreciates Bintang Toedjoe for showing his commitment to developing modern herbal medicines. The WHO visit, which was also accompanied by the Food and Drug Supervisory Agency of the Republic of Indonesia (BPOM RI), is proof of Bintang Toedjoe's commitment to increase his contribution to the development of natural medicines in Indonesia.

Through the spirit of From Nature to Science, Bintang Toedjoe presents product innovations, such as Bejo Ginger Merah and Comix Herbal - a form of local wisdom that is now recognized as duni.

This visit is an important part of our joint commitment to strengthen international collaboration in the development and standardization of natural medicines based on scientific research. As part of the Kalbe Group, PT Bintang Toedjoe is always committed to carrying out production practices that meet national and international standards. All of our facilities have been certified by CPOBAB (How to Make Good Natural Medicines), ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001," said President Director of PT Kalbe Farma Tbk, Irawati Setiady.

Furthermore, Irawati stated that she believes that the synergy between the government, industry, research institutions, academics and international organizations such as WHO is the key to building a better health future. With support from WHO and BPOM, her party hopes to continue to strengthen quality assurance systems, deepen scientific research, and expand our contribution to the development of safe, effective, and sustainable herbal products.

Irawati also emphasized that Kalbe and Bintang Toedjoe really appreciate WHO and BPOM's attention and support. In this case, the application of Good Manufacturing Practice for Herbal Medicine (GMP) or CPOBAB or CPOTB (Good Traditional Medicine Manufacturing Way) is the main foundation in each production process.

WHOIRCH acts as a global platform to strengthen collaboration and regulatory convergence in the field of herbal medicines. We really appreciate Indonesia's leadership and its industrial commitment, especially PT Bintang Toedjoe, in advancing high-quality herbal medicinal products, "said WHO Head IRCH, Dr. Kim Sungchol.

What Bintang Toedjoe did, also received full support from the Food and Drug Supervisory Agency (BPOM) of the Republic of Indonesia. Deputy for Traditional Drug Supervision, BPOM Health and Cosmetics Supplement, Apt. Mohamad Kashuri, S.S., M.Farm. He expressed his appreciation to Bintang Toedjoe for the breakthrough in building a comprehensive red ginger ecosystem.

"We express our sincere appreciation to PT Bintang Toedjoe for the breakthrough in building a comprehensive red ginger ecosystem, featuring native Indonesian herbal commodities. This initiative involves active collaboration between farmers, the private sector, educational institutions, and government agencies. The company has succeeded in developing innovative red ginger-based products which have now been marketed globally," said Apt. Mohamad Kashuri, S.S.S., M.Farm.

He also explained the importance of the role of WHO'IRC as a forum for international cooperation to strengthen the capacity of national regulatory authorities in the field of herbal medicines, as well as support WHO in providing recommendations to member countries. This effort not only ensures the quality, safety, and efficacy of herbal medicines, but also encourages scientific evidence-based integration into the national health system," he added.

Bintang Toedjoe has also transformed into one of the leading herbal industries in Indonesia that focuses on developing products based on natural ingredients that are scientifically tested and safe to consume. We are also developing an integrated red ginger herbal ecosystem from upstream to downstream, starting from coaching, cultivation with fostered farmers, post-harvest processes, extraction and distillation, to research and commercialization of products. This step not only ensures the supply of high quality raw materials, but also supports the economic sustainability of local communities," explained Irawati.

The honor for us to be able to receive the largest WHO 'IRCH visit in the world, Indonesia has great potential in the development of natural ingredients such as red ginger which is the focus of Toedjoe's excellent research. WHO considers this potential to be strategic in supporting the concept of Local Wisdom for Global Health which utilizes local raw materials into herbal products with standards of security, efficacy, and global quality.

This visit visit visit ofWHO'IRC is expected to be an important momentum in strengthening Indonesia's role as one of the centers for the development and production of international standard herbal medicines. In addition, it is also a forum for exchanging knowledge to strengthen innovation, sustainability, and global competitiveness of the national herbal industry.

M. This recognition is clear evidence of PT Bintang Toedjoe's commitment to remain consistent in maintaining the highest standards in regulations, quality, and sustainable innovation for the advancement of the national herbal medicine industry. This visit strengthens our enthusiasm to continue to innovate and meet global standards in the development of safe, efficacious, and halal herbal products for the world community, such as Bejo Ginger Merah and Komix Herbal," said President Director of PT Bintang Toedjoe, Fanny Kurniati.