20 APR 2026 · Working Paper

Southeast Asia AI Dilemma - ASEAN AI Governance

Southeast Asia, including Thailand, the Philippines, and Indonesia, faces an AI dilemma as the region increasingly grapples with AI as both an economic opportunity and governance challenge. ASEAN is developing regional AI governance guidance.

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04 MAR 2026 · Other

Minister of Communication and Digital investigation of Meta over online gambling, disinformation, slander, and hate speech content on Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp

On 4 March 2026, the Minister of Communication and Digital conducted an inspection of Meta's operational office in Jakarta over Meta's handling of online gambling, disinformation, slander, and hate speech (DFK) content on Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. Government monitoring data recorded Meta's compliance rate in responding to findings of online gambling and DFK content in Indonesia at 28.47%. Meta's user base in Indonesia includes approximately 112 million Facebook users and approximatel...

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02 MAR 2026 · Court Case

Judicial review of consent standard in Law No. 27 on Personal Data Protection (Case No. 284/PUU-XXIII/2025)

On 2 March 2026, the Constitutional Court of Indonesia rejected the petition for judicial review of Article 20(2)(a) of Law Number 27 of 2022 concerning Personal Data Protection (PDP Law). The petition challenged the phrase "explicit valid consent from the Personal Data Subject" in the PDP Law, on the grounds that the article does not define valid consent, allowing broad interpretation, including the use of click boxes by persons other than the personal data subject. The petitioner had reques...

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19 FEB 2026 · International Agreement

Cross-border data transfer provisions in United States-Indonesia Agreement on reciprocal trade

On 19 February 2026, the United States and Indonesia signed an Agreement on Reciprocal Trade. Section 3 of the Agreement governs digital trade and technology. Pursuant to Article 3.2, Indonesia undertakes to facilitate digital trade with the United States by ensuring the transfer of data by electronic means across trusted borders, subject to appropriate protections for the conduct of business. As part of its specific commitments listed in an Annex to the Agreement, Indonesia commits to recogn...

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24 JAN 2026 · Executive Order

Regulation No. 2 of 2024 concerning game classification

On 24 January 2026, Regulation No. 2 of 2024 on game classification (replacing Regulation No. 11 of 2016) enters into force. The regulation establishes a framework for classifying games based on content and user age, aiming to protect the public and align games with Indonesian culture and norms. It provides guidance for publishers in independent classification, for the Ministry in supervision, and for the public in submitting complaints regarding classification discrepancies. Publishers, incl...

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19 JAN 2026 · Court Case

Lawsuit regarding constitutionality of Articles 65(2) and 67(2) of Personal Data Protection Law on legal certainty grounds (Case No. 135/PUU-XXIII/2025)

On 19 January 2026, the Constitutional Court of the Republic of Indonesia rejected petition No. 135/PUU-XXIII/2025 regarding the material judicial review of Articles 65 and 67 of Law No. 27 of 2022 on Personal Data Protection (PDP Law). The legal challenge was initiated by the SIKAP coalition, including the Alliance of Independent Journalists (AJI) Indonesia and the Southeast Asia Freedom of Expression Network (SAFEnet). The petitioners argued that the prohibition on the unlawful disclosure o...

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19 JAN 2026 · Court Case

Lawsuit challenging constitutionality of cross-border data transfers without public consent or parliamentary approval (Case No. 137/PUU-XXIII/2025)

On 19 January 2026, the Constitutional Court issued a ruling confirming the constitutionality of Article 56 of Personal Data Protection Law over alleged failure to recognise popular sovereignty. The Court rejected all four counts of the petition, holding that the Personal Data Protection (PDP) Law already requires consent for data processing, that the House of Representatives does not need to assess the adequacy of another country's data protection level, that the law already provides a remed...

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14 JAN 2026 · Other

Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs investigation into Meta over alleged Instagram user data leak

On 14 January 2026, the Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs (Komdigi) held a clarification meeting with Meta regarding an investigation into alleged user data leaks and password reset security on the Instagram platform. In the meeting, Meta claimed the internal password reset mechanism does not permit access external parties to access account passwords. Meta further indicated that investigations are currently being conducted to verify reports of data leaks linked to a third-party re...

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04 JAN 2026 · International Agreement

Indonesia-South Korea Memorandum of Understanding on strengthening data security and developing AI

On 1 April 2026, the Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs of Indonesia and the Minister of Science and Information and Communications Technology of Korea signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on strengthening data security and developing Artificial Intelligence (AI). The MoU applies to digital service providers and commits the two governments to developing next-generation communications infrastructure and strengthening data security and digital literacy. It also focuses on dep...

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02 JAN 2026 · Other

Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs' investigation into Grok over alleged risks of AI-generated pornographic content

On 1 February 2026, the Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs announced the conditional restoration of access to X Corp’s Grok service following the submission of a written commitment by the company to comply with Indonesian legislation. The Ministry clarified that the normalisation does not constitute an unconditional relaxation of regulatory requirements but forms part of an ongoing digital law enforcement process subject to strict supervision and evaluation. X Corp committed to imp...

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02 JAN 2026 · Law / Act

Indonesian Criminal Code

On 2 January 2026, the new Indonesian Criminal Code, which expands the classification of crime types and strengthens the government's control over online speech, was implemented three years after its promulgation. The new Code also applies to online acts whose consequences are manifested in Indonesian territory. Further, it establishes a range of specific offenses that can be committed by means of information technology, such as insults against government figures and institutions, inciting vi...

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13 DEC 2025 · Other

Ministry of Communication and Digital Affair's investigation into X Corp over alleged content moderation violations

On 13 December 2025, Indonesia’s Ministry of Communication and Digital (Komdigi) confirmed that X Corp. paid an administrative fine of IDR 78.125 million over content moderation violations pertaining to pornographic content. It was highlighted that the content moderation obligation applies to Electronic System Providers (PSEs), including foreign digital platforms operating in Indonesia. Indonesia's Regulation 71/2019 governing electronic system operators requires Electronic System Providers (...

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20 NOV 2025 · National Strategy

Indonesia National Artificial Intelligence Roadmap 2025 (White Paper)

Indonesia Ministry of Communication and Digital (Komdigi) National AI Roadmap and AI Ethics Council framework, targeting Indonesia as digital leader in Asia by 2045.

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20 OCT 2025 · Standard / Framework

Guidance on content removal authority under Electronic Information and Transactions Law

On 20 October 2025, the Ministry of Communication and Digital issued guidance reaffirming its authority under the Electronic Information and Transactions Law to remove online content. The Law includes obligations for platforms to cooperate in assessments and comply with takedown decisions concerning pornography, gambling, hoaxes, hate speech, bullying, and content threatening national unity. It was stated that the Ministry conducts joint reviews with platforms and law enforcement, with appeal...

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03 OCT 2025 · Working Paper

Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs report on content moderation enforcement actions

On 10 March 2025, the Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs reported handling 1.35 million instances of online pornographic and gambling content between 20 October 2024 and 8 March 2025. It was highlighted that 233,552 cases involved pornography, primarily from websites including X, while 1,118,849 cases were related to online gambling, with 1,017,274 traced to websites and IP addresses and 46,207 to Meta. It was also highlighted that in the first eight days of March alone,...

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10 SEP 2025 · Other

A dynamic dialogue with Southeast Asia to put the OECD AI Principles into action

The OECD and Southeast Asia are shaping AI governance through dialogues and building tools for safe, trustworthy AI.

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22 AUG 2025 · National Strategy

Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs' National Artificial Intelligence Roadmap

On 22 August 2025, Indonesia's Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs closes the consultation on the National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Roadmap that establishes the country's AI strategy through 2045. The roadmap applies to all AI stakeholders across Indonesia's economy, including developers, users, government agencies, private companies, academic institutions, and civil society groups. It introduces a seven-aspect framework covering policy, ethics, talent development, infrastructur...

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22 AUG 2025 · Standard / Framework

Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs' Guidelines on AI Ethics

On 22 August 2025, Indonesia's Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs closes the consultation on the Artificial Intelligence (AI) ethics guidelines. The guidelines apply to all AI developers, adopters, and users across sectors, introducing governance structures with role-specific responsibilities for policymakers, developers, and users. The guidelines establish safeguards against algorithmic bias and disinformation, mandatory self-assessment requirements, incident reporting mechanisms,...

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14 AUG 2025 · Other

Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs investigation into Roblox over child protection compliance

On 14 August 2025, the Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs (KOMDIGI) requested Roblox, a registered Electronic System Provider (PSE) since 2022, to enhance its platform’s systems to comply with Indonesian child protection regulations. The request follows growing concerns from parents and educators about children’s exposure to inappropriate content and interactions on the platform. KOMDIGI asked Roblox to implement measures such as limiting communication between child users, filterin...

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16 JUL 2025 · Executive Order

Presidential Regulation to govern Artificial Intelligence utilisation

On 16 July 2025, the Ministry of Communication and Digital announced plans to draft a Presidential Regulation to govern Artificial Intelligence (AI) utilisation and a national AI roadmap. The regulation will apply to all public institutions and guide stakeholders deploying AI across sectors, including transport, education, health, and finance. It aims to strengthen cross-sectoral governance, mitigate risks, and ensure ethical AI development, complementing existing laws.

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05 JUN 2025 · Other

Strengthening global AI Safety: A perspective on the Singapore Consensus

As artificial intelligence (AI) technologies advance rapidly, societies around the world face a growing urgency to ensure that the AI safety research keeps pace and that these tools are not only powerful but also safe, reliable, and aligned with human values. Given this globally pressing issue, we a

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01 JUN 2025 · Policy / Guidance

Ministry of Communication and Information policy on content moderation enforcement regarding online gambling

On 6 January 2025, the Ministry of Communication and Digital of Indonesia announced the removal of 43’063 online gambling-related content, accounts, and sites from user-generated platforms. The action, conducted under presidential directives to protect younger generations from exposure to online gambling (judol), targeted platforms including Meta, Google/YouTube, X, Telegram, and TikTok. The Ministry of Communication and Digital cited cross-sector collaboration, public complaints, and cyber p...

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09 MAY 2025 · Other

Ministry of Communications and Digital investigation into Electronic System Provider Registration Certificate for Worldcoin and WorldID services

On 9 May 2025, the Indonesian Ministry of Communications and Digital (Komdigi) continued its review of Worldcoin and WorldID services, with a focus on the collection and storage of biometric data. Komdigi stated that Tools for Humanity (TFH), the operator of Worldcoin, had collected over 500’000 retinal scans from users in Indonesia. The Ministry is examining whether the data storage practices present risks of leakage or misuse, and may request the deletion of the data if such risks are ident...

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22 NOV 2024 · International Agreement

Indonesia-Germany Memorandum of Understanding on Digital Cooperation

On 22 November 2024, the Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs and the German Ministry of Digital and Transportation signed a Memorandum of Understanding on digital cooperation and agreed to conduct strategic bilateral meetings. Six strategic areas were agreed upon: data policy, internet processes and governance, digital technology, sustainable digital transformation, and digital inclusion, including the development of digital economy infrastructure and internet accessibility.

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07 NOV 2024 · Other

KPPU investigation into Shopee and Nusantara Ekspres Kilat (Shopee Express) over alleged abuse of market power

On 7 November 2024, the Indonesia Competition Commission (KPPU) closed its investigation into Shopee and Nusantara Ekspres Kilat (Shopee Express) after both companies adhered to a behavioural Integrity Pact, which included commitments addressing violations identified. The investigation involved alleged violations of Indonesia's competition laws, specifically concerning discriminatory practices in Shopee’s courier service algorithms favouring its own delivery partner. During a June 2024 hearin...

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17 OCT 2024 · Law / Act

Data protection measures in Indonesia Personal Data Protection Law

On 17 October 2024, the Personal Data Protection (PDP) Bill entered into force fully after the lapse of a two year grace period. The Bill defines personal data and differentiates between “specific personal data” and “personal data of a general nature”. In particular, the Bill outlines additional protections for “specific personal data”, which includes biometric, genetic, criminal, economic and children’s data. Furthermore, it outlines the user’s rights, including the right to access and dele...

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17 OCT 2024 · Law / Act

Cybersecurity measures in Indonesia Personal Data Protection Law

On 17 October 2024, the Bill on the Protection of Personal Data entered into force fully after the lapse of a two year grace period. The Bill states that data controllers have to conduct impact assessments to identify risks in processing personal data. Furthermore, the entities are obliged to implement preventive, detective, and responsive security measures to ensure the protection of the personal data stored from unauthorised access. Finally, the entities will have to report to the authoriti...

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17 OCT 2024 · Law / Act

Personal Data Protection Law including data protection authority governance

On 17 October 2024, the Bill on the Protection of Personal Data entered into force fully after the lapse of a two year grace period. It foresees the establishment of a data protection authority which is answerable to the President, and which is responsible for formulating guidelines on data protection, supervising the implementation of the Bill, overseeing administrative enforcement against violations of the Bill, and facilitating relevant dispute resolutions. The authority would have, among ...

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17 OCT 2024 · Law / Act

Personal Data Protection Law including cross-border data transfer regulation (Law No. 27 of 2022)

On 17 October 2024, the Bill on the Protection of Personal Data entered into force fully after the lapse of a two year grace period. The Bill establishes that cross-border data transfers will be limited to countries with a level of data protection regulations equal to or higher than Indonesia's. In the case the state does not provide the same level of protection, data controllers have to enter into binding contracts with the parties receiving the data to ensure personal data protection.

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16 OCT 2024 · Other

ASEAN Regional Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT)

On 16 October 2024, during the 9th ASEAN Ministerial Conference on Cybersecurity (AMCC), the ASEAN Member States (AMS) announced the operational launch of the ASEAN Regional Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) facility. The CERT, co-located at the ASEAN-Singapore Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence (ASCCE), aims at enhancing collective cybersecurity efforts across the region. Funded by Singapore, with a commitment of USD 10'100'000 over 10 years, the CERT will enhance information sharing o...

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09 OCT 2024 · Other

Minister of Communications and Informatics investigation into Temu's compliance with registration requirements

On 9 October 2024, the Minister of Communications and Informatics (MIC) issued an order requiring access blocking to the application Temu. The MIC specified that Temu failed to register as an electronic system operator and that its direct-from-factory sales model is hurting local small and medium-sized businesses. The MIC described the competition as "unhealthy" and emphasised the need to safeguard domestic enterprises.

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20 AUG 2024 · Executive Order

Content Moderation Regulation in Presidential Regulation No. 32 of 2024 on the Digital Platform Companies' Responsibility to Support Quality Journalism

On 20 August 2024, Regulation No. 32 of 2024 on the Responsibility of Digital Platform Companies to Support Quality Journalism came into force. The digital platform companies in Indonesia are defined by the presence of their services in the country. Under the regulation, they must actively support quality journalism by preventing the dissemination of illegal content and promoting the prioritisation and commercialisation of press content. Further, digital platforms are required to ensure fair ...

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31 JUL 2024 · Executive Order

Minister of Communication and Informatics order limiting access to VPNs to prevent access to online gambling games

On 31 July 2024, the Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Information (Kominfo) announced the government's decision to limit access to free virtual private networks (VPNs) as a measure against online gambling. Kominfo noted that the order aims to address the negative impacts of digitalisation, such as online gambling, which is seen as a challenge to national digital transformation.

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01 FEB 2024 · Other

Ministry of Communication and Information investigation into platforms' compliance with measures against online gambling content

On 2 January 2024, the Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Information (MCIT) announced that it had issued blocking and removal orders for online gambling content. The MCIT announced that over 800’000 online gambling contents have been erased. The MCIT further emphasised their ongoing collaboration with the Financial Services Authority to block accounts connected to online gambling. The MCIT also stated that they have requested internet service providers and mobile operators to increase ...

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02 JAN 2024 · International Agreement

Singapore-Indonesia Memorandum of Understanding on Digital Transformation Cooperation

On 1 February 2024, the governments of Singapore and Indonesia signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Digital Transformation Cooperation. The MoU covers various aspects of digital transformation, including data governance, digital infrastructure development, supporting digital talent and digital startups. The adoption follows the discussions initiated during the 9th Information and Communication Joint Committee (ICJC) meeting between the two parties. The MoU aims to expand existing coo...

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02 JAN 2024 · Law / Act

Amendment of 2008 Law Concerning Electronic Information and Transactions

On 2 January 2024, the second amendment of Law No. 11 of 2008 on Electronic Information and Transactions entered into force. The law had previously undergone modifications through Law No. 19 of 2016. The new amendments are aimed at reinforcing guarantees of recognition and respect for the rights and freedoms of individuals. Notably, the second amendment introduces provisions for child protection online.

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19 DEC 2023 · Standard / Framework

Kominfo Artificial Intelligence Ethics Guidelines

On 19 December 2023, the Ministry of Communication and Information of Indonesia adopted a Circular on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use and Development. The Circular, addressed to AI-based programming businesses in both public and private sectors, outlines three key policies: ethical values, implementation of ethical values, and responsibility in AI use and development. The highlighted ethical values encompass inclusivity, accessibility, security, humanity, credibility, and accou...

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20 NOV 2023 · Standard / Framework

Guidelines on Child Protection in the Digital Space

On 20 November 2023, the Deputy Minister of Communication and Information adopted guidelines on child protection in the digital space, established by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in 2009 and updated in 2020. The guidelines aim to create a safe and age-appropriate digital environment for children. The adoption was announced during the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Public Discussion Series themed "AI for Child Online Protection." The Deputy Minister of Communication and Inform...

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11 OCT 2023 · Policy / Guidance

Indonesia-Japan Digital Sector Memorandum of Cooperation

On 11 October 2023, the governments of Indonesia and Japan signed a renewed Memorandum of Cooperation in the digital sector, including sectors such as AI, 5G, big data, and ICT. The Memorandum foresees the exchange of information, best practices, regulations and policies, capacity building and technical assistance.

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10 OCT 2023 · Other

Ministry of Communication and Informatics investigation into Meta regarding displayed online gambling content on its platforms

On 10 October 2023, the Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Informatics (MCI) issued an interim ruling in the investigation into Meta regarding online gambling content. The interim ruling concerns Meta’s obligation to ensure electronic gambling content and activities are not disseminated on their platform. In particular, the MCI requested Meta to immediately delete content that supports, promotes or facilitates online gambling or slot gambling on its platform within 24 hours. The MCI sta...

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