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Sustained Synergy: USU and North Nias Extend Partnership for Sustainable Development

Published At

22 April 2026

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Raisha Andini

Medan, 21 April 2026 — Universitas Sumatera Utara (USU) dan Pemerintah Kabupaten Nias Utara resmi memperpanjang Nota Kesepahaman (MoU) sebagai bentuk penguatan kerja sama strategis yang sebelumnya telah terjalin pada periode 2021–2026. Penandatanganan perpanjangan MoU ini dilaksanakan di Ruang Audiensi Rektor, Lantai III Gedung Rektorat USU.

Medan, April 21, 2026 — Universitas Sumatera Utara (USU) and the North Nias Regency Government have officially extended their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) as a reinforcement of the strategic partnership previously established for the 2021–2026 period. The MoU extension signing ceremony was held at the Rector’s Audience Room, 3rd Floor of the USU Rectorate Building.

The activity was led directly by the Rector of USU, Prof. Dr. Muryanto Amin, S.Sos., M.Si., alongside the Regent of North Nias, Amizaro Waruwu. The meeting was also attended by the Vice Rector for Research, Innovation, and Cooperation, Prof. Dr. Eng. Himsar Ambarita, S.T., M.T.; the Director of the Directorate of Cooperation and Internationalization, Prof. Dr. dr. Dewi Masyithah Darlan, DAP&E., MPH., Sp.Park; faculty leaders; and regional officials from North Nias Regency.

 

The extension of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) reflects a shared commitment to continuing and strengthening collaboration between higher education institutions and local government, particularly in accelerating development in North Nias. During the discussion, it was highlighted that the region still faces several development challenges, including limited basic infrastructure such as electricity access and internet connectivity, as well as disparities between central and remote areas.

Despite these challenges, North Nias holds significant potential in sectors such as tourism, fisheries, and coconut plantations. These opportunities are expected to be optimized through research- and innovation-based approaches. Therefore, the continued collaboration will focus on education, healthcare, and research as key pillars in driving sustainable regional development.

 

Rector of USU, Prof. Dr. Muryanto Amin, emphasized that the extension of this partnership is part of the university’s commitment to contributing meaningfully to regional development.

 

“USU has both a moral and academic responsibility to contribute to regional development, especially in areas that still face limitations. Through this extended collaboration, we hope to implement research- and innovation-based programs that support the improvement of human resources and the development of regional potential in North Nias,” he stated.

Meanwhile, the Regent of North Nias, Amizaro Waruwu, underscored the importance of this collaboration in accelerating development in the region.

“We greatly appreciate the continuation of this partnership with Universitas Sumatera Utara. Support from USU in education, healthcare, and research is essential for addressing the development challenges we face. We hope this collaboration will bring tangible benefits to the community,” he said.

The meeting also emphasized the importance of developing long-term programs oriented toward real community impact, as well as the need for affirmative policy support from the central government to accelerate development in underdeveloped regions.

 

Through this extended MoU, USU is expected to continue contributing to human resource development, applied research advancement, and community empowerment in North Nias Regency. This collaboration represents a strategic step in delivering science-based solutions to support inclusive and sustainable regional development.

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