Jakarta, INTI - The Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs has initiated an investigation into two of the world’s largest digital platforms, Meta and Google, over alleged violations of user protection obligations as stipulated under Indonesia’s prevailing laws and regulations.
Examinations Details and Regulatory Questions
The examination took place at the Ministry’s office in Central Jakarta on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Meta has completed the inspection process and formally signed the official examination report.
Google, meanwhile, responded to the government’s second summons and underwent its examination on the same day.
Director General of Digital Space Supervision, Alexander Sabar, stated that the Ministry’s team raised a total of 29 questions to further investigate potential breaches of regulatory provisions, particularly those related to platform responsibilities in safeguarding users.
“The findings from the examination of both platforms will be further reviewed and analyzed,” he said at the Ministry’s office in Central Jakarta.
He emphasized that this action reflects the government’s proactive oversight in ensuring that digital platforms fulfill their obligations to protect users and uphold accountability to the public.
Conclusion
The government’s review highlights its commitment to enforcing user protection standards, signaling to global tech platforms that accountability and compliance with local regulations remain a priority in Indonesia’s digital ecosystem.
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