Bandung, Nov. 17 -- Indonesia's Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology, Brian Yuliarto, emphasized the need to strengthen the country's science and technology ecosystem while inaugurating the 2025 National Mathematics and Natural Sciences Olympiad (ONMIPA).

In his online remarks at Padjadjaran University (Unpad) in Bandung on Monday, he said students' achievements in the competition are expected to mark the start of their contribution to national science and technology development.

"I appreciate Unpad for hosting this event. This support strengthens Indonesia's science and technology talent ecosystem," he said.

He added that ONMIPA serves as a platform for character building and encourages students to think systematicall...