TLDR: Indonesia’s digital economy is projected to reach US$109 billion by 2025, driven by significant growth in digital sectors. Deputy Minister of State-Owned Enterprises, Kartika Wirjoatmodjo, emphasized the critical need for a robust digital ecosystem and vigilance against cyber threats. This call was echoed at the Digital Resilience Summit 2025, which highlighted the importance of integrating cybersecurity, AI, quantum technology, and privacy to safeguard national digital sovereignty.
Indonesia’s digital economy is on a trajectory to achieve a valuation of US$109 billion by the year 2025, positioning the nation as one of the world’s largest digital communities. This optimistic projection comes with a strong imperative for all stakeholders to actively contribute to building a resilient digital ecosystem, as urged by Deputy Minister of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) Kartika Wirjoatmodjo.
Speaking on Saturday, September 13, 2025, Kartika underscored the immense potential within Indonesia’s digital landscape but also cautioned against the escalating threats, particularly cyberattacks targeting strategic sectors. “We must be more prepared to face these challenges together,” Kartika stated, emphasizing a collective responsibility in fortifying the nation’s digital defenses.
The urgency of this matter was a central theme at the Digital Resilience Summit 2025, an event organized by the state-owned security printing firm Perum PERURI. The summit served as a crucial platform, bringing together industry leaders, regulators, academics, and technology communities to deliberate on vital issues concerning digital resilience in Indonesia. The event’s theme, “Integrating Cybersecurity, AI, Quantum & Privacy for Enterprise Resilience,” highlighted a multi-faceted approach to digital security and was held in collaboration with PT Xynexis International, signifying a commitment to cross-sector collaboration.
Dwina Septiani Wijaya, President Director of PERURI, articulated the significance of the summit, noting it as a strategic moment to bolster PERURI’s role in developing Indonesia’s technology ecosystem and digital security. “In a risk-filled disruption era, cross-sector collaboration is the key to maintaining Indonesia’s digital sovereignty,” Wijaya asserted.
Further elaborating on the technological imperative, Farah Fitria Rahmayanti, Digital Business Director of PERURI, stressed the necessity for all parties to harness technological advancements to combat emerging threats such as cyberattacks and deepfakes. Rahmayanti specifically pointed to the critical need for integrating cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and quantum technology to ensure the privacy of data managed by companies. She also highlighted the indispensable role of regulators in establishing governance standards and ethical guidelines for technology usage, acknowledging both the opportunities and threats that technological evolution presents. “Regulators need to set the standards for how governance and ethics can be implemented,” Farah added.
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Echoing these sentiments, Eva Noor, CEO of PT Xynexis International, called for synergistic efforts among all stakeholders in addressing the complex interplay of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, quantum technology, and data privacy. “This forum provides a shared space for the government, industry, and academia to find concrete solutions so that Indonesia is truly ready to face the digital future,” Noor concluded, reinforcing the collaborative spirit essential for navigating the evolving digital landscape.
