We want to share with you a report from a recent event of the Alumni Association in Indonesia!

On Sunday, May 10, 2026, the Tohoku University Alumni Association in Indonesia (IATU) hosted its annual Halal-Bihalal (Ied gathering). The event took place from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM at Sekolah Sinar Cendekia in South Tangerang City. Serving as a momentous post-Ramadan celebration, the gathering aimed to foster camaraderie and maintain strong networks among the alumni.

The event was warmly attended by approximately 30 alumni spanning various graduation years. The program commenced with a traditional silaturahmi (fostering of ties) and an introduction session, allowing both senior members and recent graduates to connect, share updates, and strengthen their bonds.

Following the introductions, the agenda proceeded with an insightful sharing session focused on "Current Domestic and Global Economic Conditions" by Muhammad Rifqi, PhD. (Tohoku University Graduate School of Economics and Management, 2011-2016), who is currently working in the Research Group of Indonesia Deposit Insurance Corporation (Lembaga Penjamin Simpanan). This segment provided valuable perspectives on the ongoing economic landscape, sparking engaging and productive conversations among the attendees.

The gathering also served as a crucial platform for organizational matters. The members held a constructive discussion regarding the upcoming transition and election of the new IATU management. Furthermore, a significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to brainstorming and coordinating the preparations for the highly anticipated visit of the President of Tohoku University, Prof. Teiji Tominaga (Tominaga Sensei), to Indonesia.

The 2026 Halal-Bihalal concluded on a high note, filled with warmth and shared nostalgia. It is our greatest hope that this event will continuously strengthen the bonds of brotherhood and solidarity among all IATU members, paving the way for greater collaborative endeavors in the future.