Komdigi and JICA Strengthen Cooperation to Print Indonesian AI Talent

Attendees of the Next Generation AI Talent Factory Technical Cooperation Project Discussion Notes Komdigi and JICA (photo: Dok. Komdigi)

JAKARTA - The Ministry of Communication and Digital has strengthened cooperation with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), in the development of artificial intelligence (AI) talent.

The collaboration, which was realized through the signing of the Record of Discussions (Record of Discussions) of the Next Generation AI Talent Factory Technical Cooperation Project, is aimed at supporting child protection in the digital space, handling disinformation, and various national development priorities.

The Minister of Communication and Information, Nezar Patria, stated that the cooperation was a strategic step in strengthening the capacity of Indonesian AI talent as well as deepening the partnership between Indonesia and Japan in the field of digital transformation.

"The cooperation we are carrying out today reflects the strong friendship and strategic partnership between Indonesia and Japan, especially in preparing our people to thrive in the digital era," he said.

According to Nezar, Indonesia and Japan share the same view on the importance of developing AI that is sovereign and provides real benefits to the community.

In the midst of rapid AI development and the ever-changing global geopolitical dynamics, both countries view this collaboration as an important foundation for strengthening national capacity and accelerating innovation.

"We want a more equal partnership. I think this is a very good cooperation that we are trying to strengthen between Japan and Indonesia to explore and develop this AI technology which is very strategic at this time," he said.

Nezar also emphasized that AI has become one of the important factors that determine the economic competitiveness and the future of a nation. Therefore, investment in human resources must be a top priority.

Through the Next Generation AI Talent Factory, Kemkomdigi and JICA will strengthen the development of Indonesian AI talent through capacity building, knowledge exchange, institutional collaboration, and the development of innovation based on national needs.

Through this cooperation, Komdigi and JICA hope to accelerate the birth of a generation of competitive Indonesian AI talent at the global level, able to build solutions for various national challenges, and support the realization of Indonesian AI sovereignty through the use of safe, responsible, and community-oriented technology.