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Jayapura Government: MTQ Builds Youth Character, Shields Against Drugs and Brawls

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Jayapura City government in Papua, Indonesia, views the Musabaqah Tilawatil Quran (MTQ) as a vital tool for shaping young Muslim character.
  • Officials stated that MTQ serves as a strategic platform to instill noble morals and guide youth through Quranic values, acting as a shield against negative influences like free sex, brawls, and drugs.
  • The city is preparing to send 38 participants to the 31st Papua Provincial MTQ in 2026, with hopes of achieving strong results.

The Jayapura City government in Papua, Indonesia, emphasizes the crucial role of the Musabaqah Tilawatil Quran (MTQ) in molding the character of young Muslims. Vice Mayor Rustan Saru stated that MTQ is more than just a competition for reciting the Quran; it is a strategic venue for instilling noble morals and encouraging youth to use Quranic values as daily life guidance. He believes these religious activities serve as a strong defense against negative influences such as promiscuity, student brawls, and drug abuse, urging young people to engage with positive activities like MTQ. The city is actively preparing for the upcoming 31st Papua Provincial MTQ in 2026. Abdul Majid, the manager of the Jayapura City MTQ, expressed gratitude for the city government's full support for the 38-member contingent. He hopes the participants will perform their best and bring honor to the region at the provincial competition.

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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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