Wayan Toni Supriyanto, director general of Digital Infrastructure at Kemkomdigi, said that to function effectively as accelerators, AI and 5G must be integrated. Such integration would broaden access to advanced technologies and facilitate the creation of innovative solutions to national challenges.
“The integration of 5G and AI will generate new business models and accelerate digital transformation across both the public sector and industry,” Wayan said at a discussion forum in Jakarta on Wednesday.
He noted that in today’s increasingly digital era, 5G connectivity serves as a fundamental foundation for the development of other technologies.
Since its introduction, 5G has enabled high-speed communication services with low latency, fostering the growth of various digital innovations. Some of these innovations have become critical solutions in many countries, including applications in Industry 4.0, digital healthcare, and smart cities.
Meanwhile, although AI has only gained widespread global popularity in recent years, it has proven capable of processing data for decision-making, improving work efficiency, and delivering practical solutions, particularly within the digital ecosystem.
As part of a long-term strategy for digital infrastructure development, Kemkomdigi plans to allocate greater national resources to optimize both technologies.
To expand 5G coverage, the ministry will reorganize and optimize frequency spectrum allocation to ensure more equitable access to high-speed internet connectivity.
Kemkomdigi also plans to strengthen governance of Indonesia’s data center ecosystem by ensuring industry players uphold national data sovereignty.
“Data centers are no longer merely storage facilities; they have become the backbone of the digital economy and a key foundation for AI development,” Wayan said.
Beyond infrastructure development, Kemkomdigi is also committed to fostering high-quality human resources to build a strong pool of digital talent.
According to Wayan, today’s digital talent must go beyond basic technological proficiency and be capable of creating innovations, particularly in AI, data, and digital networks.
“The government, through Kemkomdigi, continues to promote digital talent development programs through training, reskilling, and collaboration with industry and educational institutions. Our goal is clear: Indonesia should not only be a user of technology but also a producer of globally competitive digital innovations,” he said.
He expressed hope that, if implemented effectively, these measures would position Indonesia not only as a large digital market but also as a key player in the global digital ecosystem.
This ambition aligns with the Golden Indonesia 2045 vision, which envisions the country as a developed nation with a strong, inclusive, and sustainable economy.
Related news: Indonesia, India collaborate on 5G, AI development
Related news: Indonesia targets 32 percent 5G network coverage by 2030
Translator: Livia, Azis Kurmala
Editor: Rahmad Nasution
Copyright © ANTARA 2026
