The Indonesian government is committed to supporting the country’s growing digital economy, with a focus on enhancing its startup ecosystem and fostering collaborations with global investors. The Minister of Communication and Digital (Menkomdigi), Meutya Hafid, highlighted the importance of nurturing innovation and competitiveness within the local startup sector to position Indonesia as a leader in Southeast Asia’s digital market.

During the Digital Ecosystem Gathering event, initiated by the Directorate General of Digital Ecosystem at the Ministry of Communication and Digital, Meutya emphasized the necessity of collaboration between various stakeholders. She noted that this gathering aimed to bring together digital ecosystem players from multiple countries and industries, focusing on the development of emerging technologies, startup investments, and potential collaborative opportunities.

"The event aims to unite digital ecosystem players from around the world and various sectors. The focus is on developing the latest technologies, investing in startups, and sharing experiences and collaboration opportunities," said Meutya during the event in Jakarta on March 12, 2025.

For Meutya, the Digital Ecosystem Gathering serves as a strategic moment to showcase Indonesia's fast-growing digital market and attract global attention. She encourages Indonesian startups to seize these opportunities to create innovations that will benefit society while strengthening Indonesia's position as Southeast Asia's largest digital economy hub.

“I believe the collaboration between Indonesian startups and global investors will open up greater opportunities for growth and the development of the digital sector in Indonesia,” she added.

The Minister also hopes that more collaboration channels, innovation, and investments can be created in the technology sector. By doing so, the national digital ecosystem can become more inclusive and provide wider benefits for all stakeholders involved.

"This is a strategic moment for us to strengthen the synergy between startups, investors, and the media in creating an innovative and sustainable digital ecosystem," she concluded.

The Digital Ecosystem Gathering featured key players from the digital ecosystem, including nine winners of the ADGMIN Thailand Awards, four investors from Builders Venture Capital, and two prominent media outlets, Tech in Asia and Daily Social. The event highlighted the growing interest in Indonesia's digital startup scene and underscored the importance of continued collaboration to drive innovation and growth.

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