Jakarta, Sept. 18 -- Newly appointed Youth and Sports Minister Erick Thohir pledged to drive innovation and unity to advance Indonesia's youth and sports sectors during his official handover ceremony in Jakarta on Thursday.

"We must push for breakthroughs and conduct evaluations. Big dreams require a foundation of unity," Erick said.

He praised his predecessors, including outgoing Minister Dito Ariotedjo and other former ministers present at the event, for laying a solid vision and blueprint for development.

Erick emphasized the importance of consolidating their legacies as a strong basis for future progress.

"I will review and integrate policies left by former ministers. There are no divisions among us," he added.

Erick cited Japan ...