The three potentials in Gunung Sitoli City, Nias Island, North Sumatra Province, namely the coconut industry, fisheries and maritime affairs, and tourism, are encouraged to continue to be developed. tourism, we don't need to think about the distance, we will build the region through its natural resources," said the Minister of State-Owned Enterprises (BUMN), Erick Thohir, in his statement as reported by Antaranews, Saturday (7/1/2023). when visiting Gunung Sitoli City, Nias. The utilization of the potential in Nias is considered important for strengthening the education sector and the economy in the region, because Indonesia's current economic growth situation is quite good, with projected growth above 5%. "Don't forget, young people in regions, don't forget education, this is important for the human resources who will later manage the area," said Minister Erick. took the time to meet Nias youths who enthusiastically met him for a discussion.
He appealed to youth to be aware of the global situation which is predicted to be uncertain this year by exploring and developing existing potential. “It is great to see the enthusiasm of Nias youths. Bela-belain picked me up at the airport for a discussion. Hopefully it will be useful, even if only for a moment," said Erick. He also advised the young generation of Nias to continue to focus on studying in order to achieve a higher education because it will become an important foundation in the development of their region. “My message is only one: pursue the highest education possible. Education is fundamental to human and economic development, both in cities and villages. Nias can do it!,” he said firmly.

Source: https://infopublic.id/categories/nasional-social-budaya/700685/menteri-bumn-dorong-pengembangan-potential-industry-dan-pariwisata-nias#