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Indonesian Students Crowned Overall Champions at Singapore Math Olympiad

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Indonesian students achieved overall victory at the STEMCO Mathematics Global Round 2026 in Singapore.
  • The team secured four gold medals, including the Absolute Winner title in their respective categories.
  • The competition tested students' critical thinking, analytical skills, and problem-solving abilities.

Indonesian students have achieved a significant international academic milestone, clinching the overall championship at the STEMCO Mathematics Global Round 2026 held at the National University of Singapore.

The Indonesian contingent's triumph was powered by an impressive haul of four gold medals, with each recipient also earning the prestigious Absolute Winner title in their grade category. This outstanding performance placed Indonesia among the top delegations in the international mathematics competition, which drew hundreds of participants from numerous countries.

The four students who achieved Absolute Winner status are Muhammad Narendra Adyastha Darmawan (SD Al Azhar Cairo Palembang, Grade 3), Daviandra Zhafran Rasyid (Mentari Intercultural School Jakarta, Grade 5), Shofia Kiranutami Fitradi (MI Pembangunan UIN Jakarta, Grade 6), and Sakha Muhammad Arginandra (SMP Labschool Kebayoran, Grade 8).

STEMCO does not only aim to develop academic abilities, but also to help participants build international networks and broaden their global insights.

— Sharvar KaidarovThe President of STEMCO International highlighted the broader goals of the competition beyond academic performance.

In addition to the four gold medals, the 28-member Indonesian team also brought home nine silver medals, with other participants earning bronze medals and honorable mentions. This broad success across various educational levels demonstrates the consistent competitiveness of Indonesian students.

The STEMCO Mathematics Global Round is designed to challenge students globally, assessing not only calculation skills but also critical thinking, analytical abilities, creativity, and problem-solving – essential competencies for the modern era. The competition emphasizes deep conceptual understanding, thorough problem analysis, and the strategic application of knowledge under time constraints. STEMCO also aims to foster international networking and broaden global perspectives among participants.

The success of the students is inseparable from the role of families and schools that accompany their learning process.

— Sharvar KaidarovSTEMCO President Sharvar Kaidarov acknowledged the crucial support from parents and teachers.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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