Jakarta, INTI - The National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), in its capacity as Head of the ASEAN COSTI (Committee on Science, Technology, and Innovation), in collaboration with the government of the Republic of Korea, will inaugurate a High Performance Computing (HPC) facility. The inauguration takes place in the B.J. Habibie Building, Jakarta, on Thursday, June 18, 2026.
The Chairman of BRIN, Arif Satria, explained that the inauguration of this advanced computing infrastructure marks a major step forward in data governance and utilization across Southeast Asia. This initiative is part of the Korea–ASEAN Digital Innovation Flagship Project (KADIF), with a total investment of USD 10 million over four years (2024–2028) through the Korea–ASEAN Cooperation Fund.
"This inauguration marks the beginning of the implementation of this ASEAN-Korea collaborative project. We are building a strong foundation for ASEAN's future in AI and advanced digital technologies. This HPC facility is prepared to support widespread utilization to encourage collaborative initiatives and activities among ASEAN countries," said Arif.
This ASEAN-Korea HPC infrastructure has a theoretical peak computing performance of 4.28 Petaflops (PFlops) and a maximum computing performance of 3.10 PFlops based on real-world benchmark tests. This system has been nominated for inclusion in the world's top 500 HPC system list by top500.org.
This system provides 10 GbE connectivity through the ID-REN (Indonesia Research and Education Network) to ensure high-speed accessibility through REN connectivity in ASEAN member countries. BRIN received the hardware at KST Soekarno Cibinong on April 21, 2026.
Human Resources and Committee to Support the Project
Arif explained that data is a fundamental resource for conducting research and innovation. Therefore, solving the various complex challenges currently facing Southeast Asia, from climate modeling and AI development to other cutting-edge technologies, requires the support of extraordinary computing power.
Furthermore, to enhance human resource/talent empowerment, the Korea-ASEAN Data and AI Training Program is also held, bringing together participants from ASEAN Member States (AMS). This program in-depth covers important topics ranging from AI and Quantum Machine Learning to high-performance networks.
This strategic project is supported by a robust governance structure, including a Project Steering Committee, an Advisory Committee, and a Scientific Committee.
"The committee membership includes HPC experts from KISTI-Korea and ASEAN Member States to ensure optimal technical implementation and utilization. We hope this extraordinary resource can accelerate research, foster innovation, and build a more prosperous and technologically resilient ASEAN," said Arif.
The inauguration will culminate with the launch of the HPC, followed by a virtual reality experience that will take us on a "digital walk" through the newly constructed ASEAN-Korea HPC facility in Indonesia. The inauguration ceremony will include remarks and keynote addresses from several high-ranking officials from each country.
"Our ultimate goal is not simply to house the HPC. We look forward to its widespread use to foster new initiatives and collaborative activities. This facility is open to researchers, scientists, industry players, policy analysts, and planners across the ASEAN region to innovate," he said.
Conclusion
BRIN inaugurates the ASEAN-Korea High Performance Computing (HPC) infrastructure in Indonesia as part of the Korea–ASEAN Digital Innovation Flagship Project (KADIF). This HPC facility has a theoretical peak computing performance of 4.28 petaflops and a maximum performance of 3.10 petaflops, and is connected through the ID-REN network to support high-speed access for ASEAN countries. According to BRIN Head Arif Satria, the facility will support research and innovation in areas such as artificial intelligence, climate modeling, and other advanced technologies, while strengthening regional collaboration.
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