Gus Kikin Appointed PBNU Chairman, Seen as Bridge for Pesantren, Blue Economy, and Maritime Sectors
Gus Kikin has been appointed as the Chairman of the Supreme Council of Nahdlatul Ulama (PBNU), Indonesia's largest Islamic organization. Analysts view his leadership as a unique bridge connecting traditional Islamic boarding schools (pesantren) with modern economic sectors like the blue economy and maritime industries.
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