Indonesia-Singapore Strengthen Cooperation in Digital Economy
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VIVA – Indonesia and Singapore agreed to strengthen cooperation in the digital economy, especially for the development of human resources, through the Tech Talents Program. This was conveyed during the meeting of Coordinating Economic Affairs Minister Airlangga Hartarto with Senior Minister and Coordinating Minister for National Security of Singapore, Teo Chee Hean, in Jakarta.
Development of the quality of human resources is a supporting factor in increasing a country's competitive capabilities, minister Hartarto said.
"The Tech Talents program that is being discussed by the two countries can be developed for mutual benefit for young technological talents as well as the industries and ecosystems of the two countries," he said in a statement on Thursday.
Menteri Koordinator Bidang Perekonomian Airlangga Hartarto
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Minister Hartarto also highlighted the government's steadfast commitment to developing the digital economy through various efforts, such as the establishment of the ASEAN Digital Economy Framework under Indonesia's Chair of ASEAN in 2023.
"Development of the national digital economy is also supported by efforts to improve the quality of human resources, build technological supporting infrastructure, such as data centers, and increase e-government programs," he stated.
During the meeting, both ministers also discussed the development of the manufacturing industry in Indonesia, especially in the automotive sector, where Indonesia has a large production capacity and has exported automotive with high local content.
In this automotive sector, Indonesia also opens opportunities for the development of electric vehicles.
During the meeting, Minister Hartarto stated that Indonesia is open to foreign investment for the development of green technology, especially to achieve its net zero emission target in 2060 and to open the widest possible employment opportunities in the country.
