Jakarta, Feb. 19 -- Higher Education, Science, and Technology Minister Brian Yuliarto stated that universities in Indonesia are ready to assist the government in addressing the country's waste problem.

In a statement issued here on Thursday, he said universities are prepared to take an active role, particularly in building waste management governance at the micro level.

"We are ready to help. Our student and lecturer resources are substantial, therefore we are prepared to provide support," he remarked.

He added that student involvement will be strengthened through various academic schemes to ensure a sustainable impact. As an initial step, collaboration will focus on developing pilot projects in several cities with the active participa...