STPDN, IIP to merge this year

STPDN, IIP to merge this year

JAKARTA: The Home Ministry is expected to complete the merger
of the Public Administration Institute (STPDN) in Bandung, West
Java, and the Institute for State Administration Science (IIP)
later this year, according to a ministry spokesperson.

I Nyoman Sumaryadi said that the merger had been planned for
two years, and it had nothing to do with the recent problems at
STPDN that claimed one life.

STPDN was thrust into the limelight after several students
were kicked and arrested by the police for their alleged
involvement in the death of younger student last month.

"The merger is aimed at creating synergy between the two
institutes," said Nyoman.

Previously, Home Minister Hari Sabarno said that the merger
was to be conducted for greater efficiency and better
supervision. -- Antara