Udayana University Leads Bali’s AI Push for Culture and Tourism Advancement

Udayana University's Initiative to Establish an AI Center in Bali

The Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs recognizes Udayana University's "Road to AI Center" initiative as a key step in positioning Bali as a leader in applying artificial intelligence to cultural and tourism sectors.

Minister Meutya Hafid emphasized the need for broad collaboration between the government and educational institutions to prepare Indonesia’s 280 million population for AI adoption. She highlighted digital literacy as a foundational aspect of this preparation.

"The initiative to develop AI for cultural and tourism purposes aligns well with Bali's regional strengths," the minister said. She added that universities should leverage local potential when integrating AI technologies.

Challenges and Collaborative Solutions

Despite the promising outlook, Minister Hafid pointed out existing challenges such as connectivity gaps and regulatory frameworks that require attention. She called for joint efforts from both government and private sectors to ensure comprehensive network infrastructure nationwide.

Regarding regulation, the government is preparing guidelines to ensure AI is used safely and ethically. These may take the form of Government or Presidential Regulations, initially focusing on an AI roadmap, followed by frameworks addressing ethical and security concerns.

Udayana University's Role and Vision

Udayana University’s Rector, I Ketut Sudarsana, confirmed the university's readiness to support AI development rooted in local wisdom. The current focus remains on cultural affairs and tourism, with potential future expansion into food resilience, industry, and environmental sustainability.

• Focus on AI applications in Bali’s cultural and tourism sectors
• Plans to broaden AI use in food security, industrial development, and sustainability
• Commitment to collaboration on digital literacy and infrastructure
• Support for government-led AI regulation and ethical standards

For professionals involved in government, IT, and development, this initiative reflects a practical approach to integrating AI within Indonesia’s unique regional contexts. It also highlights the importance of policy support and infrastructure development in ensuring AI benefits are accessible and secure.

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