ACEH BESAR | INDATANEWS.COM ~ Aceh Governor, Muzakir Manaf, officially inaugurated and swore in the new leadership of Aneuk Muda Aceh Unggul Hebat (AMANAH) on Thursday (April 23, 2026) during a relaunching ceremony held at the AMANAH Complex in Ladong, Aceh Besar.
The event was attended by Indonesian Minister of Creative Economy Teuku Riefky Harsya and Head of the State Intelligence Agency Muhammad Herindra, alongside various government and political figures who expressed strong support for empowering youth in Aceh.
Youth as the Center of Creativity and Innovation
Read Also: Aceh Governor Inaugurates Muda Seudang Board 2026–2030 In his address, Governor Muzakir Manaf emphasized that Aceh's future development will not solely depend on natural resources, but increasingly on the quality, creativity, and commitment of its younger generation.
"The development of Aceh in the future will not only be determined by natural resources, but above all by the quality, creativity, and dedication of our young people," he stated.
He highlighted AMANAH as a creative hub designed to bring together ideas, talent, and innovation from young people. The initiative aims to generate economically viable projects while also addressing key development challenges in the region.
YOUTH AND DETERMINATION: Governor Muzakir Manaf emphasizes the importance of creativity and dedication among young people in driving Aceh's development. (PHOTO: Adli Safwan)
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Muzakir Manaf described the appointment of AMANAH's new leadership structure as a crucial step toward strengthening the institution, ensuring it operates in a more professional and impactful manner.
The Aceh government reaffirmed its full commitment to supporting AMANAH as an incubator for young entrepreneurs and a center for the creative economy ecosystem.
Read Also: Aceh Governor Funds Mosque Construction in His Hometown "The Government of Aceh will continue to support AMANAH so that it develops into a hub for young entrepreneurs, the creative economy, and a bridge between youth, government, and industry," he said.
HIGH-LEVEL ATTENDANCE: Minister of Creative Economy Teuku Riefky Harsya and BIN Chief Muhammad Herindra attend the AMANAH ceremony in Aceh Besar. (PHOTO: Adli Safwan)
Building a Competitive Generation from Aceh
The Governor expressed hope that AMANAH will evolve into a movement that fosters optimism among young people and encourages them to compete at both national and international levels.
He also urged the youth to contribute bold ideas and tangible initiatives for regional development.
"From here, we hope to see great ideas, outstanding works, and real movements that will advance Aceh and make it more dignified," Muzakir Manaf concluded. (IDNC)
REPORTER: Adli Safwan | EDITOR: Fik Sagala