Dr. Kajal Ramnanun Impressed by Deli Malay Beauty: Proof of UNPRI Introducing Medan’s Culture to the World

: ICEBesMA 2025 Speaker Dr. Kajal Ramnanun from South Africa Visits Maimun Palace: Admired by the Beauty of Deli Malay Culture

Looking back at the prestigious moments of late 2025, Universitas Prima Indonesia (UNPRI) proved that it is more than just a hub for global economic discourse; it is a vital bridge for international cultural diplomacy. A day before the commencement of The 3rd ICEBesMA 2025, the essence of cultural internationalization was profoundly felt as keynote speaker Dr. Kajal Ramnanun from South Africa stepped into the Maimun Palace, the legendary icon of Deli Malay history in Medan.

This visit serves as a beautiful recollection of how UNPRI, as a leading socio-technopreneurship campus, welcomes world-class academics. Accompanied by the Dean of the Faculty of Economics, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Fajar Rezeki Ananda Lubis, and Mei Lisa, B.Ed., MTCSOL., Dr. Kajal explored every corner of the Deli Sultanate's heritage. The warm melodies of Pakpong Deli greeted the delegation, leaving a deep impression of the rich cultural roots that define North Sumatra. For Dr. Kajal, an esteemed researcher from the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), this immersion was a testament to the extraordinary depth of Malay culture.

Maimun Palace itself, built in 1888, showcases architectural grandeur that blends Malay, Islamic, Spanish, Indian, and European elements. Dr. Kajal expressed her profound admiration for the multicultural philosophy radiating from the structure. This recollection reminds us that ICEBesMA 2025, themed "New Economic Order and Impact on Sustainable Development," was not merely a rigid academic forum. Through this engagement, UNPRI successfully created a space for educational diplomacy that harmonizes modern research with local heritage preservation, aligning with SDGs 4 and SDGs 17.

The spirit of internationalization fostered through this historical flashback remains a strategic foundation for UNPRI to solidify its global reputation. The majesty of Maimun Palace stands as a witness that under UNPRI’s guidance, science and culture can walk hand-in-hand to create a more harmonious world. Do you wish to join a campus that prioritizes technological innovation while fostering international networks and cultural heritage? Visit our official website: www.unprimdn.ac.id.

_{- Yd / Datok Yan Djuna}

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