A bilateral meeting was held between Indonesia's Communication and Digital Affairs Minister Meutya Hafid and US officials, including Marisa Lago and Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir. The focus was on enhancing cooperation in digital technology, particularly in artificial intelligence (AI) and smart city initiatives. This collaboration aims to drive inclusivity and economic growth in Indonesia's digital transformation efforts.
Indonesia is accelerating its digital transformation, especially in developing smart cities like Nusantara. The meeting highlighted the expectation for US companies to invest in these initiatives, with 12 companies scheduled to visit Indonesia. Emphasis was placed on responsible AI application to ensure it benefits society and supports sustainable development.
• Indonesia and the US focus on AI and smart city development.
• US companies expected to invest in Indonesia's digital transformation.
AI is emphasized as a key area for cooperation to drive innovation and inclusivity.
The smart city concept is central to Indonesia's digital transformation strategy.
Digital transformation efforts in Indonesia aim to enhance connectivity and technology access.
The US Trade and Development Agency supports Indonesia's digital infrastructure development, including smart cities.
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