Jakarta, March 8 -- Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology Brian Yuliarto called for the involvement of universities in accelerating national economic development, given their strategic role in driving innovation and creativity-based economic growth.

In a statement on Sunday, he emphasized that the government cannot carry out national development alone. He noted that synergy between universities, communities, industry and local governments is the vital foundation for driving innovation and strengthening talent.

"Indonesia is currently in a crucial phase toward becoming a developed nation. To reach high-income status, Indonesia needs to maintain more aggressive economic growth momentum, including targeting up to 8 percent ...