Jakarta (ANTARA) – Indonesia's Health Ministry, along with UNICEF and WHO, reaffirmed its commitment to strengthen immunization efforts as nearly 960,000 children remain unvaccinated.Acting Director General of Disease Control Andi Saguni said strengthening routine immunization is a top priority following the COVID-19 pandemic.”After the pandemic, our immunization coverage declined, and this is a serious concern. Routine immunization is key. We must not be complacent as the risk of outbreaks such as measles, diphtheria, and pertussis could increase,” he said on Saturday.He added that vaccine supply is secure nationwide, including for the next nine months.”There should be no more excuses for vaccine shortages. Distribution and supply chain quality must be maintained to ensure optimal immunization,” he said.The ministry's Director of Immunization Indri Yogyaswari highlighted the 2026 World Immunization Week (April 24–30) as momentum to accelerate the program.”Immunization is crucial to protect our generation. This is not just ceremonial, but a joint movement to ensure healthier Indonesian children,” she said.UNICEF Indonesia Deputy Representative Jean Lokenga stressed that immunization is a basic right of children and emphasized reaching underserved groups.”More than 100 million doses have been distributed in 36 countries. This proves no child is unreachable with strong commitment,” he said.WHO Indonesia immunization officer Olivi Silalahi said immunization is among the most effective public health interventions.She praised Indonesia's strong commitment but noted challenges remain in reaching zero-dose children and building public trust.