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Digital literacy and strategic communication in Indonesia

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Public figures, officials, and academics in Indonesia are advocating for enhanced digital literacy and strategic communication to mitigate the spread of hoaxes, disinformation, and provocative narratives. In mid-August 2026, discussions in Semarang and West Java highlighted the dangers of the “post-truth era,” specifically noting the risks of decontextualization and AI-generated content. Setiawan Hendra Kelana, Chairman of PWI Central Java, emphasized ethical usage, while West Java legislator Sidkon Djampi urged the public to verify sources. Following this, Puan Maharani, Chairperson of the DPR RI, called for mature information consumption to prevent “hate politics,” and Central Jakarta City Secretary Denny Ramdany urged students to act as agents of media literacy. By early September 2026, the focus shifted toward the strategic management of digital spaces and media competency. Coordinating Minister for Political and Security Affairs, Djamari Chaniago, warned that the digital arena is a “critical battlefield for public opinion” where disinformation could weaken the nation’s character. Maluku Regional Police official Kombes Pol. Jemi Junaid added that digital professionalism is essential for maintaining personal and institutional reputations. To address the rise of unverified reporting, Indonesia's House of Representatives Commission VII has advocated for enhanced competency in citizen journalism, with Deputy Chair Chusnunia Chalim suggesting budget allocations for upskilling the public. Concurrently, LKBN ANTARA is planning to improve broadcasting quality and expand distribution to underserved areas, such as Papua, to fulfill the public's right to information and counter global disinformation risks. During budget reviews for 2027, LKBN ANTARA proposed a Public Service Obligation budget of Rp311.5 billion to support these efforts. To proactively manage the information landscape, government officials are also calling for a transformation in public relations. During a Bakohumas forum, Deputy Minister of Home Affairs Bima Arya Sugiarto advocated for a shift to two-way communication, while Minister of Communication and Digital Meutya Hafid and Head of the Government Communication Agency Muhamad Qodari emphasized proactive, routine communication to fill digital spaces with factual information.

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