Jakarta to Launch LPDP Scholarship Program with Special Selection System to Prevent Cronyism
The Governor of DKI Jakarta announced plans to establish a special selection system for the LPDP scholarship program, slated for launch in 2027, to prevent favoritism and cronyism. The program, initially funded with IDR 100 billion, will prioritize students from underprivileged families.
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