JAKARTA - Angela Tanoesoedibjo, Chairwoman of MNC Peduli, urged private sector companies to take an active role in addressing Indonesia’s critical blood shortage by organizing blood donation drives. The call came during her visit to a blood donation event held by MNC Group at the iNews Tower in Kebon Sirih, Central Jakarta, on Monday, May 26, 2025.

Highlighting the importance of cross-sector collaboration, especially from the private sector, Angela stressed that Indonesia requires approximately 7 million blood bags annually to meet the needs of patients nationwide.

“We invite other companies to join us in this vital effort. MNC Peduli is ready to facilitate similar drives in any company willing to contribute,” Angela said.

The event, conducted simultaneously at multiple MNC Group locations including Kebon Sirih, Kebon Jeruk, and Kedoya—was organized in partnership with the Indonesian Red Cross (PMI) of Depok City. Around 500 donors participated in the one day campaign.

Angela emphasized that blood donation transcends corporate social responsibility; it is a lifesaving act. Many emergency cases rely on a steady blood supply, making donor participation crucial.

“You never know when your family or someone nearby will urgently need blood. Having an adequate stock can be a matter of life and death,” she said.

Marjaya Kusuma, a staff member at PMI Depok, explained that all collected blood is processed immediately and distributed to hospitals based on official requests.

“After the event, the blood is brought to PMI, processed, and then sent to hospitals that submit formal requests, usually through official letters,” Marjaya stated. He also confirmed that distribution is not limited to any particular region.

“Whoever needs blood, we will assist, regardless of location, as long as it follows the proper procedures and the need is genuine,” he added.

Also present was Aiman Witjaksono, Editor-in-Chief of iNews, who contributed by donating blood himself. Having donated more than 100 times, Aiman views blood donation as both a humanitarian duty and a means to maintain his own health.

“Donating blood is a simple yet profoundly impactful way to help others. It benefits not only those in need but also the donors’ own well-being,” he remarked.