Receive a Visit from the Korean Delegation, STIP Indonesia Strengthens International Synergy

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JAKARTA - To strengthen synergy with the international community, the Indonesian Maritime Science Institute (STIP) received a visit from two delegations from South Korea, namely Korea Leading Company of Ship Management (KLCSM) and Korea Maritime and Ocean University (KMOU) in Jakarta recently.

This special visit was received directly at the STIP campus by the Chairman of STIP Indonesia, Capt. Tri Cahyadi, accompanied by the Head of the Academic and Administrative Affairs Section, Riyanto, the Coordinator of Administrative Affairs and Alumni, Albertus Eko Kuswinoto and the Head of the Finance and General Administration Section, Yok Suprobo.

On this occasion, Capt Tri said that in an effort to expand the network and quality of maritime education on a global scale, STIP Indonesia warmly welcomed the strategic working visit from the two leading maritime institutions from South Korea.

"This cross-country meeting aims to strengthen international synergy by formulating a number of strategic cooperation programs. In addition, the main focus of this important visit is the Validation of World Level Facilities. Where we ensure the quality of education and modernization of training facilities in STIP Indonesia are at the highest level," said Capt. Tri, in his statement, Friday, June 19.

He also added that the focus of discussion includes the development of education and training (training), cadet recruitment programs (cadet recruitment), and the opening of scholarship opportunities (scholarship) to support the birth of superior maritime human resources and careers.

Capt Tri also said that during the visit from the South Korean honorary guests, there were a number of senior officials and expert representatives consisting of the KLCSM Delegation: Yu And-Sang (Head Director Fleet Management Division), Son Kyun-Han (Head Director Business Management Division), Jin Nae-Eun (Team Leader Crew Management Team), and Kang Seungil (Superintendent Crew Management Team). Then the KMOU Delegation: Ha Seon-Geun and Cho Il-Hyung (Head of Department Industry-University ETRS Center), as well as Choi Hyun-Cheol (Team Leader Industry-University ETRS Center / KIORCC).

"During this visit, we also carried out Academic & Industrial Synergy. Where we strengthen long-term strategic partnerships between STIP, the bs shipping industry (KLCSM), and educational institutions (KMOU) to produce futuristic maritime human resources and be ready to compete in the international arena," he said.

Campus Tour

Capt Tri also explained that the series of events began with a productive discussion session between leaders to align the institution's vision. After that, the South Korean delegation was invited to participate in a campus tour.

"During the tour, the delegates directly reviewed various modern international standard educational facilities operated by STIP Indonesia," he said.

This review, said Capt Tri, provides a real and convincing picture for the KLCSM and KMOU regarding the readiness of the Indonesian STIP in producing competent and competitive naval cadets in the global maritime industry.

"We also hope that during this visit there will be Global Career Opportunities. Where it will open the widest possible recruitment and global career placement gates for STIP Cadets on Korean management ships," he concluded.