Jakarta, INTI - Telkom Indonesia (Telkom), in collaboration with Google Indonesia, is strengthening its commitment to accelerating digital transformation in the education sector through the forum “Shaping the Future of Learning: Educational Innovation Strategies in the AI Era.” The event was held on April 15–16, 2026, at the Telkom AI Center in Padang, West Sumatra.
The forum introduced AI-driven learning solutions, digital connectivity, and a collaborative ecosystem designed for higher education institutions as well as primary and secondary schools, addressing the evolving needs of future education.
The event was attended by key stakeholders, including EVP Telkom Regional 1 (Sumatra) Dwi Pratomo Juniarto, VP Global Strategic Partnership & Synergy Telkom Arfianto Ramadhian, Head of ICT Center at the West Sumatra Education Office Nina Nadjmir, along with various education leaders across the region.
In his remarks, Dwi emphasized TelkomGroup’s role as a digital enabler in supporting nationwide education transformation. He stated that Telkom is committed to ensuring equal access to advanced technologies across Indonesia, particularly in Sumatra, by delivering end-to-end digital solutions, from network infrastructure to integrated digital ecosystems.
The event was structured into two main tracks: a Higher Education session on the first day and a K-12 session on the second day, each tailored to the specific needs and characteristics of different education levels.
AI-Powered Learning Solutions Take Center Stage
The collaboration between Telkom and Google Indonesia showcased comprehensive solutions ranging from enhanced connectivity to the integration of AI technologies in teaching and learning processes. One of the highlights was Gemini AI Pro, which drew strong interest for its ability to boost academic productivity and enable more interactive, personalized learning experiences. In addition, Google Workspace for Education was introduced as a collaboration platform to support more efficient and productive learning environments.
Separately, Arfianto Ramadhian noted that the partnership with Google represents a strategic move by TelkomGroup to strengthen Indonesia’s digital education ecosystem. By combining Telkom’s network capabilities with Google’s advanced platforms, the collaboration aims to break barriers to quality education access across the country.
During the Higher Education session, Komang Oka Saputra shared best practices in implementing digital solutions within universities. Meanwhile, in the K-12 session, Yansen Makitika highlighted the importance of technology-driven transformation in enhancing the global competitiveness of educational institutions.
Participants showed strong enthusiasm, with many institutions expressing interest in adopting AI-based solutions and enhancing their digital capabilities as part of ongoing transformation efforts.
Nina Nadjmir also expressed appreciation for the initiative, emphasizing its importance in accelerating equitable access to technology-based education. She highlighted that integrating Google for Education and AI tools like Gemini not only provides learning resources but also builds a collaborative ecosystem that prepares students to become competitive and innovative players in the AI era.
Through this strategic collaboration, TelkomGroup and Google Indonesia continue to drive the development of a more innovative, inclusive, and globally competitive education ecosystem, in line with Indonesia’s broader digital transformation agenda.
Conclusion
The collaboration between Telkom Indonesia and Google Indonesia demonstrates how strategic partnerships can accelerate the adoption of AI in education. By integrating advanced technology, connectivity, and collaborative platforms, this initiative not only enhances learning experiences but also prepares Indonesia’s education system to be more adaptive, inclusive, and competitive in the digital era.
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