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University Lecture and Research Tour entitled "Biodiversity and Oceanography" in Andalas University in Padang, West Sumtera (Photo : Kemenkomarves) - 

VOInews, Padang : Indonesia has been collaborating with OceanX since the end of 2022 to carry out a joint Indonesia-OceanX research expedition or Indonesia Mission 2024 to explore the hidden potential and beauty of Indonesia's oceans.

Not only research, Indonesia also collaborates with OceanX on educational aspects through a series of University Lecture Tours at several universities in Indonesia.

On Monday (24/6/2024), the Coordinating Ministry for Maritime Affairs and Investment together with Andalas University held a University Lecture and Research Tour entitled "Biodiversity and Oceanography".

Indonesia and OceanX will produce a documentary film resulting from a marine expedition in Indonesia.

Deputy Secretary for Maritime Resources Coordination of the Coordinating Ministry for Maritime Affairs and Investment, Aniza Suspita, explained that 19 percent of Indonesia's waters have been mapped, but they are less explored, especially deep seas, such as the Java Trench with a depth of 7,180 meters, the Flores Sea 5,123 meters, the Sulawesi Sea 6,200 meters, the Buton Trench 4,180 meters, the Arafura Sea 3,680 meters, and the Banda Weber Trench 7,440 meters.

"There are still many Indonesian seas that are deeper than the tallest building in the world (830m) or the location where the Titanic sank (3800m). The deeper it gets, the more challenging it is to explore and understand. "Developing countries, like Indonesia, have limited funds and technology to explore the deep sea," said Secretary Aniza.

The research topics for this joint Indonesia-OceanX expedition include biodiversity, carbon potential, fish stock assessment, earthquake mapping and product innovation.

According to a release received by Voice of Indonesia on Monday (24/06/24), the planned expedition route consists of five legs which will be carried out from May to August 2024. This joint expedition has anchored on Sambu Island, North Sumatra, then continued on to Banda Aceh, and Padang Bayur Harbor, and in the next few days will dock at Tanjung Priok Harbor , Benoa port, Labuan Bajo port, and ending the expedition at Bitung port, Manado.

Apart from carrying out joint expeditions and research, the Indonesian government through the Coordinating Ministry for Maritime Affairs and OceanX held several University Lecture Tours, including those held at Syiah Kuala University and Andalas University in Padang.

Furthermore, it will be held at the University of Indonesia Jakarta, Bandung Institute of Technology, Udayana University, and Sam Ratulangi University until next August.

Apart from the University Lecture Tour, Indonesia and OceanX have another program, namely the Young Explorer Program (YEP) Indonesia 2024 consisting of 19 Indonesian citizens from various universities who will carry out expeditions in Jakarta-Bali and Labuan Bajo-Bitung.

These 19 Indonesian citizens are around 18-22 years old and come from the University of Indonesia, Bogor Agricultural Institute, Brawijaya University, Gadjah Mada University, Bandung Institute of Technology, Hasanuddin University, Padjadjaran University, Diponegoro University, Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology, Nanyang Technological University, Monash University, Athabasca University. This program will also include 11 students from the United States, Singapore and the Philippines.

From the results of the joint Indonesia-OceanX expedition, it is planned to produce two documentary films as an educational tool. As for the documentary film related to Earthquake: 20 years after the Aceh Tsunami and Indonesia Deep Sea Expedition,

"We will present scientific insights about the beauty of marine biodiversity, as well as megathrusts, volcanoes, earthquakes and various cultural aspects that will be an integral part of "Joint Indonesia-OceanX Expedition Mission," he explained.

Apart from that, Deputy Chancellor IV of Andalas University, Dr. Handmaidi said that through this program Indonesia and OceanX are committed to collaborating with experts, researchers and students to share knowledge, insights and innovative ideas,

"We are very excited to collaborate with OceanX which has breakthrough work in marine exploration and inspires and provide important information to many people around the world about the sea," he said.

For information, the University Lecture and Research Tour public lecture held at Andalas University in Padang on Monday (24/6/2024) presented OceanX Science Program Director Mattie Rodrigue, BRIN representative Dr. Ofri Johan and Taufan Wiguna, Indonesian Conservation Fisheries Scientist Dr. Elle Wibisono.

This event was also attended by the Chair of the LPPM Andalas University, Prof. Dr. Techn. Marzuki and Lantamal II Commander Marine Colonel (P) Mulyadi, as well as the entire community and students of Andalas University//VOI 

National Librarian Best Achievement Election 2024 held in Perpusnas building Jakarta (Photo : Perpusnas) - 

VOInews, Jakarta : The National Library (Perpusnas) is once again holding the National Level Best Achievement Librarian Election in 2024. A total of 15 librarians from various regions and agencies were selected as finalists in this event.

National Library First Secretary Joko Santoso said this event was held as a form of appreciation to librarians for their high dedication, discipline, and awareness of their responsibilities as information service providers to the public. Librarians have an important role in dealing with various daily problems such as poverty, the environment, education, security and health.

"The selected librarians are expected to have the enthusiasm to contribute to addressing these issues through their role as public information servants," he said at the opening of the 2024 National Best Achievement Librarian Election on Monday (24/6/2024).

Joko Santoso underlined that in providing library services, it is important for librarians to always innovate and have creativity. Therefore, National Library hopes that the finalists can have a positive impact through creative and innovative programs.

"The orientation in this selection process is the real impact resulting from the innovation and creativity of the finalist librarians who helped encourage the growth of reading data and public literacy. Thank goodness it can be replicated by libraries, both at the central and regional levels," he added.

According to a release received by Voice of Indonesia on Monday (24/06/24), the 15 finalists for Outstanding Librarians this year have gone through a rigorous virtual and centralized screening and selection process for one month (20 April - 20 May 2024).

"From 531 applicants, 15 finalists were selected who will compete through the next process, namely interview assessments and presentations related to innovations in the library sector that have been carried out and their impact on society," said Plt. Head of the Librarian Development Center, Nurcahyono.

During the judging process until determining the results, National Library collaborated with practitioners and academics in the library sector as a Jury Team, including Labibah Zain from UIN Sunan Kalijaga, Titiek Kismiyati from the Librarian Professional Certification Institute (LSP), Ida Fajar Priyanto from Gadjah Mada University, Tulus Wulan Juni from the Makassar City Archives, Library and Data Processing Service, and Hanna Chaterina George representing the Association of Indonesian School Information Professionals//VOI

VOInews, Washington, D.C.: A World Bank report recently released on Monday (24/6) said Indonesia's economy is expected to steadily grow over the next two years. As reported by AFP, this projection, based on the World Bank's Indonesia Economic Prospects report, is on the back of domestic consumption and investment, despite weak exports.

The Indonesian School Tokyo (SRIT) graduated 45 students from kindergarten to senior high school in Tokyo on Friday (June 21).(Photo by: Antara)

VOINews, Jakarta: Indonesian Ambassador to Japan, Heri Akhmadi, expressed his hope that graduates of the Indonesian School in Tokyo (SRIT) can spread benefits extensively after completing their studies.

"Continue to remember and practice the message conveyed in today's graduation theme 'Spirit of Spreading Benefits; Becoming Lifelong Learners.' By doing so, you can face the challenges in the next stages of education," said Heri in his statement in Tokyo on Saturday.

As reported by Antara, Ambassador Heri invited the graduates to stand facing their parents' seats to express gratitude for the unwavering and selfless support they have received.

He also appreciated the hard work of the students and the maximum effort of the teachers at SRIT, leading to the successful completion of their studies.

He advised the graduates to continue learning and seeking knowledge so that its benefits can be felt personally.

Furthermore, he hoped that the benefits felt personally would also be shared with others so that goodness can be experienced by as many people as possible.

At the same event, Education and Culture Attaché Amzul Rifin hoped that the graduates would gain valuable experiences during their time at SRIT.

He also advised the alumni to make contributions at the national or international level.

"I pray that the graduates can achieve excellence in all fields and always maintain the school's reputation," said Amzul.

Meanwhile, SRIT Committee Member Titik Nahilal Hamzah urged everyone to participate in efforts to improve and develop the school, which has been established since 1962.

The improvements and developments are expected to enhance the school's achievements and accomplishments.

"Let's together take care of SRIT, not only its facilities and quality but also its achievements. Don't forget to continue fostering friendship among yourselves (the graduates)," he said.

In her academic report, SRIT Head Ari Driyaningsih presented that in the academic year 2023/2024, several students have been enrolled in national and international universities and achieved the highest scores in national and international competitions.

"Three SRIT students successfully enrolled in domestic universities: Adzikra Adirajasa (Unair), Ursula Catharina (Unpar), and Naomi Natalie Ruauw (Unika Soegijapranata). One student who successfully enrolled in Utrecht University in the Netherlands is Alejandro Rakai Olave," Ari explained.

Other achievements at the National Science Olympiad (OSN), Ari revealed, include several SRIT students passing the provincial-level OSN for various subjects and placing a representative at the national level for Biology named Metanala Firsta Regha Ryanda.

Other achievements and accomplishments of SRIT include Najwa Rahman Rustam winning The Best Performance at The Meguro English Speech Contest.

Additionally, there were awards for painting competitions from the Meguro City Fire Department and participation as members of the KBRI Tokyo Paskibra Team for Indonesia's 78th Independence Day, as well as several traditional art performances involving graduates for cultural diplomacy purposes, such as angklung and Saman dance.

The graduation ceremony of SRIT, which graduated 45 students, is one of the largest in the school's history. The 45 students consist of kindergarten (9 students), elementary school (8), junior high school (8), and high school (20).

The event was also enlivened with art performances by all SRIT students as a manifestation of the Pancasila Student Profile Strengthening Project (P5). Among the performances were dances, martial arts (pencak silat), and angklung performances./Antara/VOI