The governments of Indonesia and Russia are enhancing their strategic cooperation in communication technology and the digital realm, building on a 75-year diplomatic relationship. This collaboration will focus on 5G cellular network development, broadband, digital ecosystems, e-commerce, postal services, and emerging technologies.

Indonesia Aims to Lower Internet Costs with Russian Support

Indonesia is looking to reduce the cost of high-speed internet by leveraging Russia's model, where users access 100 Mbps speeds for under $4. Nezar Patria, Indonesia’s Vice Minister of Communication and Digital, believes that this collaboration could make internet services more affordable and accessible in Indonesia.

Expansion of Digital Talent and Media Cooperation Between Indonesia and Russia

Past collaborations between the two countries include digital talent training for civil servants and lectures at Indonesian universities. Moving forward, Indonesia seeks to broaden this cooperation by expanding efforts in media industry collaboration, including information dissemination and digital skill-building. A potential MoU is being considered to formalize these initiatives.

Russia Optimistic About Strengthening Digital Transformation Cooperation

Andrey Zarenin, Russia's Vice Minister of Digital Development, Communications, and Mass Media, expressed Russia's readiness to deepen digital transformation cooperation with Indonesia. This includes technology exchange, best practices, and establishing a Joint Commission for Information Technology and Digital Society. Zarenin also discussed potential collaborations in fiber optic infrastructure and Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) technology.

PHOTO: KOMDIGI

This article was created with AI assistance.