( October 29, 2026, 04:32 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Indonesia is seeking US investment in artificial intelligence and input from industry on digital regulations, Communications and Digital Affairs Minister Meutya Hafid said Wednesday. Meeting a US-ASEAN Business Council delegation in Jakarta, Meutya said Indonesia was open to AI investment while prioritizing safeguards for children and personal data. She said the ministry would consult industry stakeholders on digital policies, including the national AI roadmap, to ensure regulations were predictable and transparent while allowing innovation to develop. Meutya also urged US technology companies to pair investment with technology transfers, knowledge-sharing and workforce development, and to help improve public services, including in rural areas.Statement follows (in Indonesian)...
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