THE 16^TH CUPT-CRISU CONFERENCE 2025
25-26 August 2025, Ibu Kota Nusantara, Indonesia

hosted by Institut Teknologi Kalimantan

Theme

“Collaborative Innovation for Impact: Strengthening Food Security and Industrial Downstreaming through Higher Education Partnerships”

Days

Hours

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Welcome remarks

Prof. Wilert Puriwat, D.Phil. (Oxon)

Chairperson of the Council of University Presidents of Thailand (CUPT)
President, Chulalongkorn University

It is a true honor to welcome you to the CUPT-CRISU Collaboration Seminar 2025, hosted by Institut Teknologi Kalimantan (ITK). This seminar represents an important milestone in advancing academic collaboration between the Council of University Presidents of Thailand (CUPT) and the Council of Rector of Indonesia State University (CRISU).

Our shared commitment to strengthening higher education partnerships provides a powerful foundation for addressing pressing regional challenges, particularly in areas such as food security, sustainable development, and industrial innovation. By bringing together university leaders, researchers, and practitioners from both countries, this dialogue offers an opportunity to co-create solutions that extend beyond our institutions and generate meaningful societal impact.

I am confident that this gathering will inspire long-term partnerships, knowledge exchange, and joint initiatives that elevate our regional capacity for innovation and inclusive growth. Let us work together to translate collaboration into impact, both for our universities and for the communities we serve.

Prof. Dr. Ir. Eduart Wolok., ST., MT

Chairperson of the Council of Rector of Indonesia State University (CRISU)
Rector, Universitas Negeri Gorontalo

It is a great pleasure to welcome all of you to the 16th CUPT-CRISU Conference 2025 in IKN, “Ibu Kota Nusantara”, the new capital city of Indonesia, and hosted by a consortium of universities in Borneo Island, lead by Institute of Technology Kalimantan. This event shows the sustainability of our commitment to enhance a significant collaboration between Thai - Indonesia universities facing the dynamic and uncertainty of global academic challenges. The theme of the conference is “Collaborative Innovation for Impact; Strengthening Food Security and Industrial Downstreaming through Higher Education Partnerships”. The theme is inspired by the Indonesia government strategic program focused on food security under the uncertainty of global geopolitical challenge and enhancing economic growth through industrial downstreaming strategy.

We believe that university will be a key point of success to support the program under a partnership on research and development between two countries. Thai and Indonesian universities have had a long historical collaboration aimed at fostering academic and research excellence through expertise, shared experiences and collaboration.

In the other part of the conference we will continue to strengthen our commitment through high level meetings, dean and student forum on Environment Social and (ESG) issues. The forum will facilitate joint research projects, faculty and hange, fostering a dynamic environment to strengthen collaborative framework on ESG projects in universities of both countries.

Prof. Dr.rer.nat. Agus Rubiyanto, M.Eng.Sc

Rector, Institut Teknologi Kalimantan (ITK)

It is with immense pleasure that I extend a warm welcome to you all in East Kalimantan for the 2025 CUPT–CRISU Meeting. As the Rector of ITK and a proud member of the Council of Professors of Indonesian Legal Entity State Universities, I hold a firm belief in the power of knowledge sharing to foster educational equity across our nations.

At ITK, our journey of development is meticulously guided by five core principles: Internal Enhancement, Innovation Action, International Collaboration, Spiritual Dedication, and Environmental Insight. Our strategic roadmap, which spans from cultivating a culture of excellence to championing innovation, vividly underscores our unwavering commitment to evolving into a preeminent institution in close proximity to Indonesia’s new capital, Nusantara.

Nestled amidst the verdant embrace of Borneo's forests, ITK boasts not only a unique geographical placement but also a distinct advantage in cultivating impactful talent, not just for Indonesia but for the global community. May this esteemed forum serve as a pivotal stride towards forging stronger collaborations and illuminating a brighter future for education.

Program

Rundown 16th CUPT-CRISU High Level Meeting 2025

25 August 2025
26 August 2025

08.00-08.45

Registration

(Multifunction Hall)

08.45-09.00

Welcoming Performances

09.00-09.10

Welcome remarks by Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Agus Rubiyanto, M.Eng.Sc

Rector, Institut Teknologi Kalimantan (ITK)

09.10-09.25

Welcome remarks by Dr. M. Basuki Hadimuljono

The Head of Nusantara Capital Authority, Indonesia

09.25-09.40

Remarks by Prof. Wilert Puriwat, D.Phil. (Oxon)

Chairperson of the Council of University Presidents of Thailand (CUPT);

President, Chulalongkorn University

09.40-09.55

Opening Remarks by Prof. Dr. Ir. Eduart Wolok., ST., MT

Chairperson of the Council of Rector of Indonesian State University (CRISU);

Rector, Universitas Negeri Gorontalo

09.55-10.25

Keynote Speech by Prof. Brian Yuliarto, Ph.D.,

The Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology, Republic of Indonesia

"The New Directions and Policies of Indonesia Higher Education and its Impact to Sustainable Development"

10.25-10.35

Group Photo and Token of Appreciation Session

Multifunction Hall

10.35-10.45

Coffee break

10.45-12.15

High Level Meeting by Dr. Ir. H. Andi Amran Sulaiman

The Minister of Agriculutre, Republic of Indonesia

"Food Sovereignty and Security through Downstreaming Industry (Best Practices and Share Experiences)"

Multifunction Hall

Paralel Session (Dean and Students) Discussion on

“Food Sovereignty and Security through Downstreaming Industry (Best Practices and Share Experiences)”

Dean: Ruang Rapat Eselon 2

Students: Ruang Rapat Eselon 1

12.15-13.45

Lunch

(Multifunction Hall)

13.45-15.15

High Level Meeting by Dr. M. Basuki Hadimuljono

The Nusantara Capital Authority, Indonesia

“From Metropolitan to Smart Forest City; The New Capital of Indonesia (Best Practices and Share Experiences)”

Multifunction Hall

Paralel Session (Dean and Students) Discussion on

“Leading for the Future: Sustainability and Inclusivity in Nusantara and Higher Education”

Dean: Ruang Rapat Eselon 2

Students: Ruang Rapat Eselon 1

15.15-15.30

Coffe break

15.30-16.30

Bilateral MoU Signing for Thai and Indonesian Universities

Multifunction Hall

16.30-17.30

CUPT-CRISU Board meeting (Board members)

(Ruang Rapat Eselon 1)

End of sessions

18.30-20.30

Gala Dinner and Student Art Performances

Tentative Agenda

MC welcomes guest and outlines the agenda

Remarks by Dr. M. Basuki Hadimuljono

The Head of Nusantara Capital Authority, Indonesia

Welcome remarks by Prof. Dr.rer.nat. Agus Rubiyanto, M.Eng.Sc

Rector, Institut Teknologi Kalimantan(ITK)

Remarks by the next Host from Thailand

Closing Remarks by Prof. Dr. Eduart Wolok, S.T., M.T.

Chairperson, Council of Rector of Indonesia State University (CRISU) Rector, Universitas Negeri Gorontalo

Recap video of the day’s events

Cultural Performance by student from Institut Seni Budaya Indonesia, Kalimantan Timur, Indonesia

Cultural Performance by Thailand University

Cultural Performance by Thailand University

Cultural Performance by student from Institut Seni Budaya Indonesia, Kalimantan Timur, Indonesia
MC expresses appreciation to participants and announces the next day’s agenda

Multifunction Hall

End of Day 1

07.00-07.15

Travel to the tree planting location

Tugu Bhineka Tunggal Ika

07.15-08.45

Symbolic Tree Planting

08.45-10.00

Back to Hotel and Preparing for visiting the new capital city authorithy

10.00-11.00

Visit the new capital city authorithy

New Capital City

11.00-12.30

Travel to Mentawir

12.30-13.30

Lunch Break

13.30-14.30

Exploration to Mentawir Plantation

14.30-14.45

Photo Session

14.45-16.45

Return to Balikpapan and End of Program

Mentawir

End of Day 2

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Event Venue

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KANTOR KEMENKO 1, OTORITA IBU KOTA NUSANTARA

GPS: S 0° 57.709' E 116° 41.878'
Address: Kantor Nusantara Balai Kota/City Hall, Ibu Kota Nusantara, Pemaluan, Kec. Sepaku, Kabupaten Penajam Paser Utara, Kalimantan Timur, Indonesia