Towards Global Engagement 2026, IPB University Becomes Home to 295 International Students
The Rector of IPB University, Prof Arif Satria, welcomed 295 international students who are recipients of The Indonesia Aid Scholarship (TIAS) from 18 countries. IPB University itself was appointed to host the 1st International Students Gathering TIAS 2025.
“This event is an important moment to strengthen international collaboration and networking among universities, as well as a tangible manifestation of IPB University’s role in Indonesia’s educational diplomacy,” said the Rector at the Welcome Dinner at the IPB International Convention Center (IICC) on Wednesday (10/29).
In 2026, IPB University established a vision of Global Engagement as a concrete step to expand the impact of education, research, and community service to the Global South. Through the Innopreneurial University ecosystem, which combines technopreneurship and sociopreneurship, IPB University is committed to delivering knowledge that has a real impact through living labs and socio-innovation programs in thousands of villages.
He added, “We are proud to be part of an initiative that promotes the spirit of solidarity and global collaboration. The presence of international students at IPB University reaffirms our commitment to the internationalization of higher education in Indonesia.”
The three-day event, held from October 29 to 31, 2025, was attended by 295 international students from 18 countries and 26 partner universities in Indonesia. This year, the number of participants increased significantly, from 125 students in 2024 to 170 students in 2025.
Various interesting agendas colored the event, such as a Gala Dinner, Cultural Activity, TIAS Got Talent, and educational visits to the Bogor Botanical Gardens and IPB University’s Science Techno Park (STP). Through this series of events, participants are expected to expand their international networks, learn about Indonesian culture, and strengthen the value of solidarity among nations.
Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology, Prof Brian Yuliarto, emphasized that TIAS reflects Indonesia’s commitment to strengthening educational diplomacy and supporting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly through human resource development.
“Education is the fastest instrument to eradicate poverty. Through TIAS, Indonesia strengthens global partnerships while building a network for world peace,” said Prof Brian.
Furthermore, Prof Brian said that TIAS is a means of developing global leadership through innovation in the fields of green energy, food security, and social transformation. “Be sustainable leaders, critical thinkers, and bridges of collaboration between Indonesia and the world,” he said.
The event was also attended by the Deputy Minister of Finance of the Republic of Indonesia, Prof Suahasil Nazara, who highlighted the importance of Indonesia’s role in global development and peace cooperation.
“Indonesia is not only focused on developing domestically, but also actively helping friendly countries through development cooperation, humanitarian aid, and human resource capacity building,” he said.
The Indonesian AID Scholarship (TIAS) program is an initiative of the Indonesian government to provide scholarships to civil servants, government officials, and individuals from partner countries. This program is part of Indonesia’s contribution to achieving the SDGs and strengthening South-South and Triangular Cooperation.
Prof Suahasil Nazara explained that the scholarship program is part of Indonesia’s constitutional mandate to play an active role in promoting world peace and order.
“These scholarships are a manifestation of Indonesia’s commitment to opening itself up to the world so that people can come, learn, and get to know Indonesian customs and culture,” he said.
“Through funds managed by Indonesian AID, we hope that scholarship recipients will not only complete their studies, but also understand Indonesian values, build international networks, and become a bridge for cooperation between Indonesia and the world in the future,” he said. (Am) (IAAS/NVA)
