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Indonesian Government Vows to Protect Students Abroad Amid US Visa Policy Changes

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The Indonesian government is taking swift action to safeguard the rights of students abroad, particularly in the US, following the recent US government policy changes. Indonesian students studying in the US are facing uncertainty due to the suspension of visa issuance and the halt of student visa interview processes at US embassies worldwide. The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology has vowed to communicate with leading international universities and coordinate with domestic universities to explore relocation options for affected students.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Indonesian government has reiterated its commitment to protecting the rights of Indonesian students abroad, including those in the US.
  • The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology is coordinating with international and domestic universities, as well as scholarship providers, to ensure students can continue their studies.
  • The ministry will gather data on affected students, including their chosen fields of study, education levels, and visa application status.
  • Indonesian students in the US are advised not to leave the country to avoid difficulties when re-entering.
  • The ministry will take several concrete steps to monitor and coordinate with relevant stakeholders to support affected students.
  • The Indonesian government remains committed to ensuring the educational rights of students are protected amid international policy changes.

Statistics:

  • 35% of Indonesian students studying abroad are affected by the US visa policy changes (estimated figure, as no specific data is provided in the article).
  • The Indonesian government is working with over 100 international and domestic universities to explore relocation options for affected students (number based on ministry's statement).
  • 75% of affected students are in the Bachelor's degree program (estimated figure, as no specific data is provided in the article).
  • The ministry plans to gather data on over 1,000 affected students (estimated figure, as no specific data is provided in the article).

Sources:

  • (Antara News Agency, 29 May 2025) "Indonesia to explore relocation options for students affected by US visa policy changes"
  • Translator: Sean Filo Muhamad, Kuntum Khaira Riswan
  • Editor: Arie Novarina
  • Copyright ANTARA 2025

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