n Dec. 22, 2023, the Communications and Information Ministry published a circular letter on ethical artificial intelligence (AI), a guide for the private sector and the government in utilizing AI technology in a responsible way. This initiative is a commendable step in the journey of AI governance, paving the way for the acceleration of an inclusive digital economy in Indonesia.
According to a study by Kearney, the use of AI technology has the potential to contribute nearly US$1 trillion to Southeast Asia’s gross domestic product (GDP) by 2030. Indonesia is projected to contribute $366 billion of this amount. A 2023 study conducted by Access Partnership and ELSAM later also estimates that Generative AI (Gen AI) could potentially unlock a productive capacity of $243.5 billion in Indonesia, equivalent…
