Semarang, November 16, 2024 – The Minister of Indonesian Migrant Worker Protection (P2MI), Abdul Kadir Karding, S.Pi., M.Si., attended a public discussion held at the Auditorium of the Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences, Diponegoro University. The event, themed “Opportunities and Challenges of Working Abroad,” began with a warm welcome from students, featuring a flash mob and a traditional Semarangan dance performance. Dr. Putut Har Riyadi, Vice Dean for Academic and Student Affairs, presented a floral garland to the Minister. The event was further graced by an opening speech from the Vice Rector IV for Research, Innovation, Cooperation, and Public Communication, Wijayanto, S.IP., M.Si., Ph.D.
During his address, Minister Karding expressed his gratitude to his former lecturers at the Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences, Diponegoro University, where he completed his undergraduate studies. He emphasized the importance of proper training and certification for those seeking to work abroad. For instance, students from the Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences aiming to work on foreign fishing vessels must obtain Basic Safety Training (BST). The Ministry collaborates with the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education to facilitate internships and ensure that skilled workers are prepared for overseas employment.
Minister Karding highlighted that the Ministry of Indonesian Migrant Worker Protection ensures that all overseas workers follow streamlined and affordable procedures. He also shared that Central Java Province has seen the highest number of workers sent abroad, with 6,000 out of a total of 16,000 individuals. Additionally, he is actively pursuing collaborations in the fisheries and maritime sectors to create more opportunities for Indonesian workers.
The event concluded with a symbolic gesture by the FPIK Alumni Association (KERAPU and KEKAL), who presented a tumpeng (traditional cone-shaped rice dish) to the Minister. This act symbolized their support and trust in his leadership of the Ministry of Indonesian Migrant Worker Protection in the years to come.