Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta (UMS) were pleased to welcome the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sport of the Republic of Indonesia on Monday (20/06). The visit, located in Edutorium KH Ahmad Dahlan Building, aimed to discuss UMS as the host of the 2022 ASEAN Para Games.

The Minister of Youth Affairs and Sport, Zainudin Amali, mentioned his visitation purpose. He intended to ensure the Edutorium UMS is compatible for the event according to the Solo Mayor’s report. “I never expected that Solo owns a building like this. I hope Solo has other buildings that have great capacities and magnificence such as the Edutorium, UMS,” Amali said.

Addressing the visit, the Rector of UM Surakarta, Prof Sofyan Anif expressed his gratitude on behalf of all academic civitas. Because, UM Surakarta has already prepared for hosting ASEAN Para Games. Prof Sofyan also mentioned that it would become UMS contribution to the nations. “Alhamdulillah, Edutorium building can be considered as appropriate and compatible for various requirements in Menpora visit,” he said.

He also added the most important factor for hosting ASEAN Para Games is specific facilitation for people with disabilities. The Edutorium building becomes a place that is compatible with the requirements due to the inclusive accommodation.