Indonesia targets 3.67% GDP boost through AI adoption across key sectors
Indonesia can increase its GDP by up to 3.67 percent by adopting artificial intelligence across the economy, according to Meutya Hafid, the country's Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs.
Hafid made the statement at "The Power of AI" forum in Bali on Saturday, emphasizing that competitiveness now depends on technological adaptation rather than natural resources.
"Value has now shifted. It is no longer about resources, but about our ability to transform data into solutions," she said.
Where the biggest gains lie
Financial and retail sectors are already advancing in AI implementation, but Hafid identified three areas where acceleration would create the greatest impact: health, agriculture, and manufacturing.
The World Bank ranks Indonesia 41st out of 198 countries in public digital transformation, placing it in the highest category. The ranking reflects Indonesia's existing capacity to develop digital services.
Hafid described Indonesia as "a major digital economic power in Southeast Asia" and said the government is pushing to expand AI benefits to micro, small, and medium enterprises.
Regulation moves forward
The government has finalized a presidential regulation on a national AI roadmap and ethics framework, currently awaiting ratification. Hafid said AI governance is now a necessity, not an option.
"This roadmap provides clear direction while ensuring public protection from various AI risks," she said.
For IT and development professionals, understanding Generative AI and LLM technologies will be essential as Indonesia accelerates adoption. Teams implementing these solutions should also explore resources on AI for IT & Development to stay current with sector-specific applications.
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