Indonesia, India launch creative-tech corridor to boost AI, digital investment

( October 26, 2026, 04:04 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Indonesia and India have launched a Creative-Tech Corridor to strengthen cooperation in artificial intelligence, digital technology and creative industries, Coordinating Economic Affairs Minister Airlangga Hartarto said Saturday. Indonesia aims to develop technology-focused special economic zones, including Singhasari, as hubs for research, innovation and commercialization. The government is also steering data-center investment toward special economic zones and industrial areas, including Nongsa, South Tangerang and Karawang, while coordinating electricity and fiber-optic infrastructure. Separately, Indonesia is working with British chip designer Arm to develop domestic semiconductor design capabilities. The government expects AI adoption and digital infrastructure investment to create jobs and support double-digit growth in the creative economy.Statemt follows (in Indonesian)....

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