Building a Sustainable AI Ecosystem to Boost Indonesia's Digital Economy

  Editorial INTI     1 bulan yang lalu
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Jakarta, INTI – Deputy Minister of Communication and Informatics, Nezar Patria, emphasized the importance of building a sustainable artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem to support the growth of Indonesia’s digital economy. Speaking at the opening of the "AI Ecosystem Development" workshop in South Jakarta on Tuesday (September 24, 2024), Nezar highlighted the critical role of AI development in advancing Indonesia into a more inclusive and forward-looking digital economy.

“We have a significant responsibility to develop this AI ecosystem so it can be more sustainable and create positive impacts for Indonesia’s future,” Nezar stated firmly during his address at the workshop.

The Huge Potential of the Digital Economy Through AI

Nezar Patria underscored that AI technology has immense potential to accelerate the growth of the digital economy in ASEAN, particularly in Indonesia. According to projections, AI is expected to contribute USD 366 billion to the ASEAN digital economy by 2030, a figure that underscores the importance of adopting AI across various industries in the region.

“The rapid development of AI must be harnessed wisely. Will AI adoption boost the digital economy and create more jobs? Will this ecosystem foster new value creation, which can in turn lead to job creation?” Nezar questioned, emphasizing the critical issues that need to be addressed as AI adoption grows.

Varied Impacts Across Countries

Nezar pointed out that the impact of AI adoption differs from country to country. He cited Japan as an example, a nation facing a labor shortage due to its aging population. In Japan, AI can help address this issue by complementing or even replacing human roles in some sectors.

In contrast, Indonesia faces different challenges. “We also need to recognize the negative aspects of AI and tackle them. We are addressing these issues through various regulations. In Indonesia, the Ministry of Communication and Informatics has issued a Ministerial Circular on AI Ethics Guidelines for developers,” Nezar explained.

Cross-Sector Collaboration

In confronting the challenges and seizing the opportunities presented by AI, Nezar Patria emphasized the importance of cross-sector collaboration involving the government, private sector, academia, and civil society. Such collaboration is essential to ensure responsible AI adoption that provides long-term benefits for society.

“We call on all stakeholders to join forces in building an inclusive and sustainable AI ecosystem to achieve the 2045 Golden Indonesia Vision,” he added.

Support from Key Stakeholders

The workshop also drew the attendance of prominent figures in the technology and digital sectors. Present were Hokky Situngkir, Director General of Informatics Applications at the Ministry of Communication and Informatics; Sarwoto Atmosutarno, Chairman of the Indonesian Telematics Society (MASTEL); and Hammam Riza, President of the AI Industry Research and Innovation Collaboration (KORIKA).

The private sector also lent its support to AI development in Indonesia. Among the attendees were Nies Purwati, Senior Director of Government Affairs for Southeast Asia at Qualcomm International; Shannedy Ong, Senior Director and Country Manager at Qualcomm International; and Dharma Simorangkir, President Director of Microsoft Indonesia.

With the development of an inclusive and sustainable AI ecosystem, Indonesia holds significant potential to lead the digital transformation within the ASEAN region. The responsible adoption of AI can bring significant economic benefits while creating new job opportunities for the population.

However, this requires strong regulations and close cooperation among stakeholders. Through this workshop, Deputy Minister Nezar Patria hopes to mobilize more participants to work together in shaping a better future for AI in Indonesia.

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