The Minister of Communication and Information Reminds Historical Value and Commitment to Inclusive Digital Progress in Celebration of the 78th Indonesian Independence Day

JAKARTA - Minister of Communication and Informatics Budi Arie Setiadi reminded of historical values ​​and commitment to advancing the country towards an inclusive digital era, during a ceremony commemorating the 78th Anniversary of the Republic of Indonesia at the Ministry of Communication and Information Building, Jakarta, Thursday, August 17.

The Minister of Communication and Information, during the ceremony which was broadcast online, stressed the importance of effective communication as a means to unite the nation, just as heroes achieved independence through a spirit of unity and passionate struggle.

"The lessons from our nation's history are very clear. The persistence to achieve unity coupled with effective communication is the power to change the nation. The freedom fighters have proven that it is not impossible for diverse Indonesian people to move towards the same goal," said Minister of Communication and Information Budi. Arie.

Budi Arie assesses the government's commitment under the leadership of President Joko Widodo to build an equitable telecommunication infrastructure in line with the spirit of heroes in achieving independence. The Ministry of Communication and Information, he said, continues to be committed to bridging the gap and ensuring equitable access to information throughout Indonesia.

The ministry is determined to be the spearhead in the development of infrastructure and digital ecosystems that are evenly distributed throughout the country, just like the heroes who took bold steps towards independence.

"We also have to be sure to take steps towards a digital space that is sovereign and inclusive for all," said Budi Arie.

Budi Arie said that the Ministry of Communication and Information plays an important role in ensuring that the Indonesian people can optimize the benefits of technological developments that continue to advance.

According to a study by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), four out of five countries that are estimated to become global economic powers in the future will come from Asia, including Indonesia, China, India and Japan. This economic growth is also driven by advances in digital technology which can increase the economy by as much as 6 percent, as revealed in a study by the National Development Planning Agency.

It is estimated that the contribution of the digital economy to the national gross domestic product (GDP) will reach 20.7 percent in 2045.

"These data show us and reaffirm how strategic the Ministry of Communication and Informatics is for Indonesia's development and progress," said Budi Arie.

In the spirit of commemorating the 78th anniversary of the Republic of Indonesia, Budi Arie invites all elements of the nation to move forward with optimism, welcoming a bright future full of potential.

"Thus there is no reason to be pessimistic, all must move forward in optimism, all must move forward to welcome the nation's future with real sculptures," said Budi Arie.