The Importance of AI Regulation: Airlangga Hartarto’s Message from President Joko Widodo

Romys Binekasri, CNBC Indonesia

Market

Tuesday, 10/24/2023 21:30 WIB

Photo: Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Airlangga Hartarto. (CNBC Indonesia/Rosseno Aji)

Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia – Coordinating Minister for the Economy Airlangga Hartarto highlighted the existence of artificial intelligence (AI), which is starting to develop rapidly and reach society in daily activities.

“(The government) is also paying special attention to AI so that it is considered and used responsibly,” he said at the Plataran City Forest, Jakarta, Tuesday (24/10).

Airlangga conveyed a message from Indonesian President Joko Widodo not to be afraid of the existence of AI. Even though there are no specific regulations to regulate AI, it is necessary to prioritize important things so that AI can be utilized properly.

“The president said there is no need to be afraid of AI,” he said.

Airlangga admitted that the existence of AI is currently also an important concern for several countries. AI regulation is very necessary so that it does not collide with state interests, public interests and also personal interests.

“AI cannot conflict with national interest, AI cannot conflict with private interest or individual interest,” he said.

Airlangga emphasized that the presence of AI must be in accordance with healthy competition. ASEAN countries have also prepared a Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) under Indonesia’s leadership. To fill this DEFA, the target is digitalization of the economy from the manufacturing sector downstream, integrating manufacturing and service.

“The digital ecosystem demands appropriate synergy and collaboration with the government and all levels of society to experience the acceleration of digital infrastructure,” he concluded.

(rob/ayh)

2023-10-24 14:30:15
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