Jakarta, INTI - The Ministry of National Development Planning/Bappenas (PPN/Bappenas) assessed that the utilization of the 6 GHz spectrum will be a crucial element in accelerating digital transformation.
Andreas Bondan Satriadi, Coordinator for the Ecosystem and Digital Space at Bappenas, stated that digital transformation is no longer merely an option but has become a key driver of economic growth
"Digital transformation must become an engine of economic growth so that Indonesia can escape the middle-income trap," Andreas said in Jakarta on Thursday, July 9, 2026.
According to Andreas, developing a digital economy requires strong and reliable telecommunications infrastructure capable of accommodating future surges in data traffic. The 6 GHz spectrum is seen as a solution to increase network capacity while supporting growing connectivity needs.
He explained that the 6 GHz frequency band, in the 6.425–7.125 MHz range, is a strategic asset that can serve as a foundation for the development of next-generation telecommunications technologies, including 5G Advanced and 6G. Utilization of this spectrum is also believed to reduce data traffic congestion, especially in urban areas.
In addition to increasing network capacity, the opening of the 6 GHz spectrum is considered more efficient from an infrastructure development perspective because it offers more economical coverage than millimeter wave spectrum.
Implementation of Industry 4.0
Bappenas also believes this spectrum can accelerate the implementation of Industry 4.0 and the development of smart grids by providing high-speed, low-latency connectivity for the manufacturing, port, logistics, and industrial automation sectors.
"If interventions can be made here by opening the 6 GHz spectrum, it will automatically act as an accelerator for these industries," said Andreas.
In the public services sector, the new spectrum is seen as opening up opportunities for the development of more sophisticated digital services, such as telemedicine and telesurgery, which require very fast connections with very low latency.
Furthermore, optimizing the 6 GHz spectrum is expected to increase the digital economy's contribution to gross domestic product (GDP), create new jobs in the technology sector, and accelerate the digitalization of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
Andreas emphasized that spectrum utilization policies must be based on comprehensive techno-economic studies. He believes that spectrum optimization must not only consider non-tax state revenue (PNBP) but also provide greater social and economic benefits for the public.
Conclusion
Bappenas assessed that the utilization of the 6 GHz spectrum will be a strategic factor in accelerating digital transformation. This spectrum is considered capable of increasing network capacity, reducing data traffic density, and supporting the development of 5G and 6G technologies with more efficient infrastructure costs. Bappenas also believes that the 6 GHz spectrum can accelerate the implementation of Industry 4.0, smart grid, telemedicine, and telesurgery, while simultaneously encouraging digital economic growth, job creation, and the digitalization of MSMEs.
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