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Deputy Minister Taufik: SSEAYP a symbol of youth solidarity and collaboration
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(Courtesy of Ministry of Youth and Sports)
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eputy Minister of Youth and Sports Taufik Hidayat welcomed delegates of the 48th Ship for Southeast Asian and Japanese Youth Program (SSEAYP) 2024 on Nov. 21, at the ministry's Theater Room in Jakarta.
The delegation comprised representatives from Japan, Timor-Leste, Thailand, Vietnam, the Philippines, Laos, Singapore, Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Malaysia and Indonesia.
This visit was part of an annual program aimed at strengthening friendship, cultural exchange and collaboration among youth from Southeast Asia and Japan.
In his remarks, Taufik expressed pride in a program that has been running for over four decades.
“On behalf of the government of the Republic of Indonesia, I extend my warmest welcome to the delegates of the 48th Ship for Southeast Asian and Japanese Youth Program,” Taufik said.
He emphasized that the SSEAYP is not merely a voyage but a symbol of solidarity and collaboration, fostering a shared sense of responsibility toward global challenges.
“This program has become a hallmark of friendship, cultural exchange and robust collaboration, helping to cultivate collective responsibility in addressing issues within Asia and beyond,” he explained.
Taufik encouraged participants to view the program as an opportunity to deepen cultural understanding, build solidarity, and develop solutions for pressing global issues.
“As young leaders, you are the architects of the future. This journey will not only broaden your cultural perspectives but also inspire you to take meaningful actions within your respective communities,” he added.
He urged participants to embrace the program with open hearts and minds, using the experience to strengthen bonds among nations.
“Remember, you are not just representing your country or culture but also the collective strength of youth in Southeast Asia and Japan,” he said.
“Your unity, collaboration and shared dreams will inspire future generations to believe in the transformative power of youth-driven change,” he concluded.
The 48th SSEAYP 2024 runs from Nov. 4 to Dec. 11, with a 38-day voyage aboard the Nippon Maru, visiting Japan, Indonesia and Vietnam.
Since its inception in 1974, the program has addressed various topics, including youth diplomacy, sustainable economic growth, environmental conservation and climate change, disaster risk reduction and recovery, health and well-being, and the digital society.
