Jakarta, April 18 -- The Indonesian Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology and the Austrian Embassy in Jakarta are exploring opportunities to strengthen collaboration in research and higher education.

During a meeting in Jakarta on Thursday (April 16), both sides discussed enhancing existing programs, including student and faculty exchanges, scholarship initiatives, and university partnerships.

Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology Brian Yuliarto emphasized the strategic role of higher education in supporting national priority agendas, particularly in advancing downstreaming, industrialization, and key sectors such as sustainable energy.

"We have priority programs aligned with President Prabowo Subianto's...