Indonesia urged to focus on digital investment

GSMA points to 'strong opportunity' for the country.

"The priority now is investment where it counts: affordable, predictable spectrum; resilient backhaul; and AI‑ready (artificial intelligence), sustainable data centres paired with visible consumer protections."

Those were the words of GSMA Asia Pacific Head Julian Gorman, urging Indonesia to focus on investment in support of the country's digital transformation.

Indonesia, which recently hosted the Digital Nation Summit Jakarta, has a "strong opportunity" in this space, according to Gorman.

He pointed out: "Indonesia's scale, entrepreneurial energy, and young, connected population give the country a strong opportunity to lead."

Forecasts by GSMA Intelligence show that the Southeast Asian nation can unlock an additional $41b in gross domestic product between 2024 and 2030 via the next wave of 5G investment in the country.

"With clear policy signals and cross‑sector execution, Indonesia can innovate by crowding in private capital, hardening defences against scams, and accelerating inclusive growth across the archipelago," Gorman said.