The Ministry Of Communication And Informatics Is Ready To Realize IKN As A Pioneer Of Smart City In The Future

Minister of Communication and Information Budi Arie Setiadi at IKN (photo: dock. Kominfo Huma)

JAKARTA - President Joko Widodo emphasized his commitment to continue the construction of the capital city of the archipelago (IKN) as the center of modern and sustainable new government.

Meanwhile, the Minister of Communication and Information Technology, Budi Arie Setiadi, highlighted the important meaning of the role of technology and digital transformation in the development of IKN.

Budi emphasized that IKN will not only become the center of government, but also the pioneer of a sustainable smart city.

The implementation of the smart city concept in IKN referred to by the Minister of Communication and Information includes the adaptation of digital technology in various aspects of life, ranging from public services to environmental management.

Strong telecommunication infrastructure, including high-speed internet networks and advanced technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), will also become the foundation for IKN as a smart city.

"We want to provide more efficient and sustainable public services. 5G technology will also be the backbone of the smart city system at IKN," explained the Minister of Communication and Information in its official broadcast.

Furthermore, Minister Budi Arie reiterated the commitment of the Ministry of Communication and Informatics to support the development of digital infrastructure in IKN.

"Kominfo will strive so that IKN development not only creates efficient new government centers, but also becomes a smart, connected and sustainable city model," he said.