On this occasion, both parties also exchanged information regarding their respective flagship programs, including the management of research funds, the implementation of community service activities focused on solving social problems, and efforts to enhance the quality of scientific publications that impact the university’s reputation at both the national and international levels.

The benchmarking visit concluded with a more in-depth discussion on the potential for cooperation between LPPM UNHAS and LPPM USU, both in the form of joint research and in the implementation of more coordinated community service programs. Both institutions hope that this meeting will serve as an initial step in forging closer collaboration in the future.

With this visit, it is hoped that both universities can mutually enrich their experiences and increase their contributions to the advancement of science and the welfare of the community.