JAKARTA, July 4 (MENA) - Indonesian Deputy Minister of Communication and Digital Nezar Patria said Indonesia is ready to take a leading role in advancing ASEAN’s digital economy, with a strong focus on artificial intelligence (AI) ethics and regional cooperation, according to TV BRICS.

Patria highlighted the country’s significant position within ASEAN’s digital ecosystem. ASEAN's digital economy will reach dlrs 1 trillion in 2030, with dlrs 366 billion expected to come from Indonesia, he said.

Patria stressed that Indonesia’s ambition is not only to boost technology adoption but also to position itself as a strategic player globally, especially in AI as a key emerging technology. To support this goal, the government has strengthened digital infrastructure and introduced guidelines to ensure the ethical development of AI.

He noted that internet penetration has risen sharply to 80 percent, up from under 70 percent five years ago, and that 97 percent of residential areas now have 4G coverage. Efforts are now focused on accelerating the transition to 5G networks. (MENA)
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