Jakarta, Oct. 7 -- Head of the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), Laksana Tri Handoko, emphasized that education and research are fundamental pillars in navigating today's global challenges, including climate change and geopolitical uncertainty.

"In uncertain times like these, education and research offer more than direction; they provide a solid foundation to face challenges and open a clearer path forward," Handoko said during the 2025 Week of Indonesia-Netherlands Education and Research (WINNER) event, held virtually on Tuesday.

He explained that the world is currently facing challenges from climate change and health crises to food and energy security, all of which disrupt the environment and global economies.

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