Indonesia Pushes Data Sovereignty Law Amid Digitalization
Indonesian President Prabowo has emphasized the importance of national data sovereignty amid rapid digitalization. The government is collaborating with the DPR, academics, and relevant ministries to enact the 'Indonesia One Data Law (UU Satu Data Indonesia)'. This legal framework aims to improve public services and enhance cybersecurity.
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