In a push to become a leading digital nation, Indonesia is strategically positioning itself for rapid digital transformation. This was highlighted in a report unveiled at the GSMA’s Indonesia Digital Nations Summit. The report also suggested additional steps Indonesia could take to tap into the potential $18 billion of investment from the mobile industry.
Indonesia’s Path to Digital Innovation
The Indonesian government is ardently working towards digitally transforming its society and individual sectors of its economy. It aims to be among the world’s top 10 economies by 2030. The innovative drive, according to the GSMA report, would contribute a staggering $41 billion to Indonesia’s GDP in less than a decade. This ambitious vision, however, calls for a ‘whole-government’ approach to meet the critical policy requirements necessary to enable this metamorphosis.
GSMA’s Recommendations on 5G Infrastructure
5G mobile connectivity is a vital force behind Indonesia’s digital transformation. The GSMA report proposed concrete action points for the Indonesian government to create a conducive environment for private investment in 5G infrastructure. Noteworthy among these are:
- Reducing regulatory constraints and simplifying sector-specific fees to facilitate 5G network expansion.
- Allowing for voluntary infrastructure sharing to cut the cost of network rollout.
- Providing policy incentives to entice private sector investment.
These moves are expected to spur private sector investment and fast-track the rollout of 5G infrastructure across the country.
The Indonesia Digital Nations Summit
Bringing together industry stakeholders, the GSMA hosted the Indonesia Digital Nations Summit in Jakarta. The gathering served as a platform to discuss the country’s digital aspirations, evaluate the role of telecoms networks in the digital future, and explore the potential of 5G in Indonesia. Keynote addresses, fireside chats, and panel discussions marked the full-day event.
In conclusion, while Indonesia has made significant strides in digital transformation, the GSMA report emphasizes the need to incentivize private sector investment, expedite 5G rollout, and adopt a ‘whole-government’ approach. As the world enters a new era of digital connectivity, countries like Indonesia are tapping into the transformational power of the digital revolution.
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