Widyatama University officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for research collaboration with Coop Japan Co Ltd, an international industry partner from Japan.
This collaboration was marked by the awarding of an international research grant to Dr. Diana Sari, a lecturer at Widyatama University, to carry out a research project related to Bibliometric Analysis of Tax Avoidance in Indonesia in the Context of Southeast Asia.
The signing of this MoU is an important step in strengthening the synergy between the academic world and global industry.
This grant program is a concrete manifestation of Widyatama University’s commitment to promoting a high-quality and internationally competitive research atmosphere, while expanding its network of cross-border collaboration.
In his speech, the representative of Widyatama University said that this collaboration is not only beneficial for both institutions, but also has the potential to produce strategic studies that can be used as a reference for policies, especially on taxation issues in Indonesia and the Southeast Asian region.
This research uses a bibliometric approach to systematically map trends, gaps, and directions in research related to tax avoidance.
The findings from this research are expected to contribute significantly to the development of theory, fiscal policy, and sustainable corporate governance practices.
Commitment to Research and Internationalization
The signing of this cooperation agreement affirms Widyatama University’s commitment to strengthening collaborative research and the internationalization of higher education, in line with the national development direction in the field of innovation and science.
With the support of Coop Japan Co., Ltd, this research is expected to be a catalyst for interdisciplinary and cross-border research that will have a broad impact, both academically and practically.
