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Indonesian Ambassador to Ethiopia, Djibouti and the African Union, Al Busyra Basnur explained five strategies to increase the role of Indonesian education on the international stage amid Indonesia's major role in research and education development.  The five strategies were presented in a public discussion entitled “The Position of Indonesian Education in the International World'' which was organized by “Forum Berbagi Ilmu Indonesia” an Indonesian youth organization, to commemorate the National Education Day on Thursday (6/5). During the discussion, Ambassador Al Busyra stated that the five strategies are that the government needs to expand international networks and multiply the scholarships for foreign students. In addition, the government is also required to improve the role of public diplomacy by educational institutions and organizations, then develop informal relationships with foreign educators and attempt to empower Indonesian representatives abroad.  

At the discussion, Ambassador Al Busyra also explained about the strengths and challenges faced by Indonesia to improve the role of Indonesian education on the world stage.

 He further said that Indonesia has become an increasingly important partner in research and education development. One of them can be seen from Indonesia's key role in the development of education in Ethiopia done through cooperation in the field of education of both countries.  The discussion was attended by Chairperson of the “Forum Berbagi Ilmu Indonesia“ Ivan Oktabi, and Yoga Ilhamsyah from the Indonesian Coloring Expedition as  speakers.