123 Go 2025: A Leap Towards a Digitalized Indonesia
Introduction
In 2020, the Indonesian government launched the "Indonesia 2045" vision, which aims to transform the country into a high-income nation by 2045. To achieve this ambitious goal, the government has set a series of milestones, including the "123 Go 2025" initiative. This program is designed to accelerate Indonesia's digital transformation and position the country as a major player in the global digital economy.
What is 123 Go 2025?
123 Go 2025 is a comprehensive program that outlines Indonesia's digital development strategy for the next five years. The program consists of three main pillars:
1. Digital Infrastructure
The first pillar focuses on building a robust digital infrastructure that covers the entire country. This includes:
- Expanding 4G and 5G networks to reach 97% of the population
- Developing a high-speed internet network that can support data-intensive applications
- Establishing data centers and cloud infrastructure to support the growth of digital services
2. Digital Economy
The second pillar aims to promote the growth of Indonesia's digital economy by:
- Encouraging e-commerce and digital trade
- Developing a vibrant startup ecosystem
- Promoting digital payments and online financial services
3. Digital Society
The third pillar focuses on building a digital-savvy society that can fully utilize digital technologies to improve their lives. This includes:
- Enhancing digital literacy and skills among the population
- Developing digital education and vocational training programs
- Promoting digital health services and telemedicine
Implementation and Progress
The 123 Go 2025 program is being implemented through a collaborative effort between the government, private sector, and civil society. The program has made significant progress since its launch, with several key achievements:
- Digital infrastructure: 4G networks now cover 90% of the population, and the first 5G network was launched in 2022.
- Digital economy: E-commerce transactions have grown by 20% annually, and the number of startups has increased by 50% since 2020.
- Digital society: Digital literacy programs have reached over 10 million people, and online health services are now available in over 100 cities.
Conclusion
123 Go 2025 is a critical initiative that can help Indonesia achieve its vision of becoming a high-income nation by 2045. By building a robust digital infrastructure, promoting the growth of digital economy, and developing a digital-savvy society, Indonesia can unlock its full potential and become a major player in the global digital economy.
