Ibas at West Java MPR LCC: No Need for War, We Need Education
In his speech, the MPR RI leader born in Bandung, West Java, stressed the importance of this competition as a means of instilling national values in the younger generation. Ibas reminded that the event should serve as a momentum to strengthen understanding of the foundations of national and state life.
“This competition is not just a contest; it is a space for learning, a space for us to continue growing, a space for us to continue loving the nation, and of course, the Four Pillars of the MPR RI must continue to be part of what we understand from time to time. Pancasila, the 1945 Constitution of the Republic of Indonesia, NKRI, and Bhinneka Tunggal Ika. These are our foundations, these are our strengths,” said Ibas in his statement on Saturday (11/4/2026).
This IPB University S3 graduate also emphasised that education is the primary instrument in building a strong and peaceful nation. According to him, the younger generation needs to be continuously encouraged to make education their provision in facing future challenges. Ibas quoted views from national education figures and universal values on the importance of education as a driver of change.
“As said by Ki Hajar Dewantara, education is guidance in the growth of the children of the Indonesian nation. And also the world’s message that we often hear, education is the most powerful weapon that can be used to change the world. We do not need war, we do not need disputes, we need education wherever we pursue it, from primary school, junior high, senior high, and beyond,” he explained.
The Deputy General Chairman of the Democrat Party then linked the competition to the formation of the younger generation’s character. Ibas assessed that intellectual intelligence must go hand in hand with strengthening national character and culture so that the younger generation does not lose their identity amid the developments of the times.
“Today’s theme is intelligent, great, and cultured. Intelligent in thought, great in the character of our nation’s children, and of course, we must strengthen our culture so that we do not fade in the progress of the times,” he stated.
Furthermore, Ibas, who is currently a resident of Cikeas, Bogor, encouraged the competition participants to become a resilient generation ready to continue the relay of national leadership. He asserted that competition is not the ultimate goal, but rather a process for mutual learning and strengthening brotherhood.
“Be a resilient generation that can navigate the ups and downs of Indonesian national life. In time, you will be the ones to continue the torch of government and whatever you aspire to make more advanced and prosperous. You are the future of Indonesia. Winning is good, but the most important thing for us is to learn and understand each other; that is more important,” he clarified.
Closing his speech, the S2 graduate from Nanyang Technological University (Singapore) expressed hope that the event would run smoothly and provide benefits to the nation.
“Congratulations on carrying out this competition. May it be given smoothness, solemnity, and produce something positive that is beneficial for the Indonesian nation,” he concluded.
The Quiz Competition on the Four Pillars of the MPR RI at the provincial level in West Java was organised through collaboration between the MPR RI General Secretariat and the West Java Provincial Education Office. The competition took place in three sessions: the first session on insights into the Four Pillars of the MPR RI, the second thematic session on the Four Pillars of the MPR RI, and the third a dynamic and competitive buzzer round.
Based on the final results, SMA Negeri 2 Bogor successfully clinched first place and earned the right to advance to the national level to be held in Jakarta. Second place was secured by SMA Negeri 4 Bogor, while third place went to SMA Negeri 1 Majalengka.
A representative from the participants of SMA Negeri 1 Majalengka expressed appreciation to the MPR RI for organising the event. They stated that the competition helped students deepen their understanding of national insights, Pancasila, the 1945 Constitution, up to MPR decrees in a more comprehensive manner.
The opening of the Quiz Competition on the Four Pillars of the MPR RI at the provincial level in West Java was also attended by several national and regional figures, including MPR RI Deputy Chairman Edhie Baskoro Yudhoyono and Member of the MPR RI Socialisation Agency from the DPD RI element, Aanya Rina Casmayanti.