Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Bahlil Lahadalia has again recorded a brilliant achievement in the academic world. The man born in Sofifi, North Maluku, successfully earned a doctorate from the University of Indonesia with cum laude predicate.
This achievement is a real proof of Bahlil's commitment to developing himself amidst his busy schedule as a state official. His dissertation entitled "Policies, Institutions, and Governance of Fair and Sustainable Nickel Downstreaming in Indonesia" provides an important contribution to the development of the country's mining industry.
The results of his research revealed four main problems of downstream impacts that require policy adjustments. Bahlil's doctoral promotion hearing was attended by a number of important figures, including Vice President KH Ma'ruf Amin.
Although quite controversial because he only completed his doctorate in 1.5 years, here are 9 moments when Bahlil received his doctorate, compiled by brilio.net from various sources on Thursday (17/10).
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Bahlil Lahadalia successfully completed his doctoral studies at the University of Indonesia in less than two years. This achievement shows Bahlil's dedication and hard work in pursuing higher education amidst his busy schedule as a minister.
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Bahlil's doctoral promotion hearing was held at the Makara Art Center Building, University of Indonesia Campus, Depok.
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Bahlil earned a Doctorate in Strategic and Global Studies with cum laude predicate. This achievement proves Bahlil's extraordinary academic quality.
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Bahlil's dissertation is titled "Policies, Institutions, and Governance of Equitable and Sustainable Nickel Downstreaming in Indonesia". This topic is very relevant to his position as Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources.
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A number of officials were seen attending the hearing for the promotion of his doctoral degree.
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Former vice president Jusuf Kalla and Vice President Ma'ruf Amin were seen sitting next to each other at the event.
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After the trial, Bahlil was seen standing in front of the professors who were examining him to get input on his research.
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Bahlil is known to have received cum laude predicate when he graduated with a doctorate for his study program in Strategic and Global Studies in just 1.5 years.
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Bahlil's doctoral degree is expected to provide a greater contribution to the progress of the Indonesian nation.