Jakarta, Nov. 16 -- The Higher Education, Science and Technology Ministry has expressed full support for revitalizing vocational education and training in Indonesia.

"Vocational universities are encouraged to work directly with surrounding industries to increase job opportunities for their graduates," Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology Brian Yuliarto said in a statement in Jakarta on Sunday.

Yuliarto said the role of polytechnics and vocational universities needs to become more strategic as centers for developing technical competencies aligned with industry needs.

Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture Pratikno echoed the view, stressing that strengthening the vocational ecosystem is urgent to ensure ...