Deputy Minister for Communication and Digital Affairs Nezar Patria said in Malang, East Java, on Friday that the program aims to develop talents capable of creating AI solutions.
“They will use AI to address challenges in government programs, such as stunting, free nutritious meals, developing cooperatives’ business models, and healthcare,” Patria elaborated.
He noted that the program cannot be implemented by the ministry alone and requires collaboration, particularly with higher education institutions. Brawijaya University (UB) has become the first university partner in the AI Talent Factory program.
“UB has complete infrastructure and is ahead in conducting research and development. Other universities will follow suit,” Patria said.
The ministry is also committed to facilitating collaboration with regional governments interested in adopting AI for public services.
Optimized AI utilization, he said, can lead to more data-driven and measured decision-making.
“There are many indicators, such as adoption rates, ecosystem development progress, and existing infrastructures,” he added.
However, he warned that AI could have negative impacts if misused.
Therefore, the ministry aims to establish a robust framework for AI utilization to ensure the safety and security of both users and developers. “The plan is to (implement this through) a presidential regulation,” he confirmed.
Patria emphasized that AI talent development is part of President Prabowo Subianto’s national development agenda, aimed at strengthening digital infrastructure.
Currently, Indonesia has 9.3 million digital talents. He projects the country will need 12 million by 2030, and the program is designed to develop an additional 3 million talents.
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Translator: Ananto Pradana, Mecca Yumna
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