Writer: Duke Paopathon Pardede (2461001) | Editor: Ambarwulan, S.T.
Dili, Timor-Leste — November 26, 2025.
As part of its continued mission to strengthen educational cooperation in Timor-Leste, Universitas Internasional Batam (UIB) conducted an official visit to the Human Capital Development Fund (FDCH) in Dili. The UIB delegation was received by Júlio Aparício, Executive Director of FDCH, together with Deputy Director Rogério I.S. Miranda Lay, in a formal meeting held at the FDCH Office in Colmera.
The UIB delegation consisted of Dr. Hepy Hefri Ariyanto, Vice Rector for Student Affairs and Cooperation; Tony Wibowo, Ph.D., Dean of the Faculty of Computer Science; Dr. Hari Sutra Disemadi, S.H., M.H., Head of the Law Study Program; and dr. Aries Maulana, Sp.PA, Head of the Undergraduate Medical Study Program. The delegation was also accompanied by Jaime Andre Simoes, the Education Attaché of Timor-Leste in Indonesia.
During the meeting, Dr. Hepy delivered an in-depth presentation on UIB’s academic programs, research strengths, international initiatives, and professional development opportunities offered to both local and international students. He highlighted UIB’s commitment to supporting cross-border education and empowering young professionals through programs such as international mobility, joint research, and collaborative academic activities.
For FDCH, the meeting served as an important opportunity to discuss strategic pathways for long-term cooperation, particularly in areas related to human capital development, capacity-building, and scholarship opportunities for Timorese students. Both parties explored possibilities for future collaboration, including student placements, graduate education pathways, short-term training programs, and academic exchange between Timor-Leste and UIB.
The discussion also emphasized the growing need for skill development in various fields aligned with Timor-Leste’s national priority sectors. UIB expressed readiness to support these priorities by offering access to academic resources, expert faculty, and international learning opportunities that could contribute to enhancing human resources in the country.
The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to continue exploring concrete collaborative initiatives in the near future. Both FDCH and UIB affirmed the importance of expanding education-based partnerships to support Timor-Leste’s human capital advancement and UIB’s broader mission of international engagement.
This visit formed one of several strategic engagements undertaken by the UIB delegation during their official trip to Timor-Leste, further demonstrating UIB’s dedication to building meaningful academic, governmental, and institutional partnerships across the region.
International Relation Office
Universitas Internasional Batam
