Moeldoko Calls Digital AI Talent Development Must Be In Accordance With Local Wisdom

JAKARTA - The Presidential Chief of Staff, General Moeldoko, emphasized that the development of artificial intelligence (AI) technology must also be based on Indonesia's local wisdom. This is for the use of AI, Indonesia has implemented it in various sectors such as health, agriculture, education, finance, and manufacturing.

Moeldoko explained that the Indonesian government continues to show its commitment to developing artificial intelligence (AI) technology for progress in various sectors. Various initiatives and progress have been achieved in recent years, showing the great potential of AI in advancing the nation.

Moeldoko explained that Indonesia currently does not have special regulations regarding AI, especially those that include AI ethics and policies, AI talent development, as well as data ecosystems and AI development infrastructure.

"I agree that technology and local wisdom must go hand in hand, because this is not only a challenge, but also a threat. AI can be a threat, one of which is the potential loss of a lot of work," he said in an audience with the Pijar Foundation and the AI Institute For Progress (AIIP), at the Bina Graha Building, Jakarta, Monday 24 June.

The AI Institute For Progress (AIIP) is a partner in the development of artificial intelligence (AI) in Indonesia initiated by the Pijar Foundation and Alpha JWC. AIIP actively raises awareness of AI capacity by connecting talents in its field.

As Commander of the 2013-2015 TNI, Moeldoko emphasized that the fulfillment of digital talent is a necessity. Moreover, Indonesia has great digital economic potential. Based on reports from Google, Temasek, and Bain & Company, the value of Indonesia's digital economy is estimated to grow to US$210 billion to US$360 billion in 2030.

Moeldoko added that the development of Indonesia's digital talent centers is increasingly massive, including collaborating with various parties. Regarding the use of AI, Indonesia has implemented it in various sectors such as health, agriculture, education, finance, and manufacturing.

"For now, we use more AI as AI users. The development must be adjusted to specific needs in Indonesia," said Moeldoko. Maybe development can start from existing applications such as the LAPOR application which is used to accommodate public complaints," he said.

Meanwhile, Pijar Foundation Executive Director Ferro Ferizka added that one of the challenges in AI development in Indonesia is regulation and industrial preparation that must be controlled. In formulating a draft regulation for AI, not only data consumption is considered, but also data privacy and security," he said.

Thus, the commitment of the government and various related parties continues to be directed to ensure that the development of AI digital talent in Indonesia is not only technologically advanced, but also in line with local wisdom and national needs.