Being a Host for a Moment at Watu Belah

Cirebon, May 17, 2024, the Minister of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKP), Ir. Sakti Wahyu Trenggono, M.M., visited ITB Cirebon Campus as part of course of his Doctoral Studies in the Faculty of Earth Sciences and Technology (FEST) at ITB. The Minister had a morning course session at ITB Arjawinangun, followed by two afternoon sessions at ITB Watubelah.

In ITB Watubelah which also MTCRC Cirebon Center, the Minister was warmly welcomed by Ibu Ivonne M. Radjwane and Bapak Widodo S. Pranowo, representing MTCRC, along with Bapak Irwan Meilano (Dean of FEST ITB) and ITB lecturers.

The Minister’s course is usually held in Jakarta, but due to his curiosity about ITB Cirebon Campus, MTCRC and the facilities, Minister requested to have his class in Cirebon for one day. Before the academic sessions commenced, the Minister toured the MTCRC facilities, where he was introduced to our advanced marine-coastal survey equipment and chemical laboratories. During the tour, the Minister provided valuable insights which can be collaborated to MTCRC advanced-research equipments.

Minister Trenggono’s visit was an esteemed privilege, enriching MTCRC with invaluable insights.

(Source: Nidya/MTCRC Secretariat)