Veteran National Development University Jakarta (UPNVJ) signed a renewal of the Central Banking Education Cooperation Agreement (PKS) with the Bank Indonesia Representative Office of DKI Jakarta Province on Monday, April 20, 2026, at the Atma Jaya Catholic University of Indonesia Hall, Jakarta. This renewal of cooperation is a strategic step to strengthen students' understanding of the role of the central bank, monetary policy, and issues of national economic stability. The activity also emphasized the shared commitment between the university and Bank Indonesia to preparing a young generation that is adaptive, has integrity, and has national leadership. Bank Indonesia stated that central banking education and strengthening the New Generation of Indonesia (GenBI) community are part of the ongoing effort to develop a young generation that understands central bank policies and is able to make a real impact on society.
In addition to UPNVJ, the signing of the MoU also involved several other universities, namely Jakarta State University, Trilogi University, the Indonesia Banking School, and Atma Jaya Catholic University of Indonesia. The involvement of several universities in the same forum demonstrates the strengthening of the collaborative network between higher education and Bank Indonesia to expand central banking literacy, strengthen student capacity, and encourage the development of young talent who understand contemporary economic challenges.
The Head of the Bank Indonesia Representative Office for Jakarta Province, Iwan Setiawan, emphasized that the collaboration is part of Bank Indonesia's commitment to preparing the younger generation to be at the forefront of supporting central bank policies. He stated that students are not only expected to understand economic and financial issues but also to act as agents of change and future leaders through various development platforms, including GenBI. Institutionally, Bank Indonesia places rupiah stability as the central bank's sole objective, making strengthening central banking literacy among students relevant to building broader public understanding of national economic policy.
UPNVJ welcomed this collaboration as an opportunity to expand student access to mentoring, capacity building, and educational support. In remarks from the university, they expressed their hope that the program's benefits, including scholarship support, would help students achieve optimal academic success, especially those facing economic pressures. Through this synergy, students are expected to receive not only educational assistance but also strengthen their competencies, leadership skills, and contribute significantly to the university and the community.
The signing ceremony took place solemnly and concluded with a group photo session and a brief discussion on future program implementation. For UPNVJ, this PKS renewal is not merely a ceremonial agenda, but rather a stepping stone to expanding the impact of higher education that is connected to the needs of the nation. In line with the leadership direction of UPNVJ Rector, Prof. Dr. Anter Venus, MA, Comm., institutional collaboration needs to be directed at strengthening the quality of education, increasing student competitiveness, and developing academics who are ready to answer national challenges through relevant, collaborative, and public benefit-oriented education. Prof. Dr. Anter Venus is listed as UPNVJ Rector for the 2022–2026 period.
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