Indosat opens AI Experience Center in Eastern Indonesia

Source: Indosat. The inauguration ceremony was officiated by the Vice Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia, Nezar Patria, alongside Vikram Sinha, President Director and CEO Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison, and took place in commemoration of National Awakening Day (May 20).

Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (Indosat) has inaugurated its AI Experience Center (AIEC) in Jayapura, Papua Province, as part of its commitment to expanding AI access to Eastern Indonesia. This milestone reinforces Indosat’s role as a driving force in Indonesia’s digital awakening, with AI as a key enabler of equitable and sustainable progress, and also marks Indonesia's progress towards AI leadership.

By bringing the AI Experience Center to Papua, Indosat reaffirms its commitment to advancing inclusive digital transformation. This initiative is designed to develop local digital talent and promote AI adoption in Eastern Indonesia, accelerating regional growth and development.

Partnering with global partners like Huawei and Wadhwani Foundation, the AI Experience Center is expected to act as a catalyst for innovation, strengthen human capital development, and deliver practical AI applications that benefit society.

The AI Experience Center will enable personalised and accessible learning experiences for students in underdeveloped and remote regions, promoting equal educational opportunities across the country. AI will also help to deliver faster, more accurate diagnoses of diseases such as tuberculosis, providing critical support for medical personnel in facilities with limited resources.

Nezar Patria, Vice Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia stated: “I appreciate Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison’s initiative in establishing the AI Experience Center in Jayapura. Digital transformation must reach every corner of our nation. The presence of this centre is a symbol of Indonesia’s digital awakening—an era where every citizen, including those in Papua, has equal access, opportunity, and competitiveness.”

Vikram Sinha, President Director and CEO of Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison said: “The AI Experience Center in Jayapura is a testament to Indosat’s commitment to making technology a unifying and empowering force. By bringing AI to regions that require greater attention, we aim to create more equitable access to quality education and support more responsive and accurate healthcare services. This is a tangible manifestation of our mission to empower Indonesia and drive inclusive technological advancement.”

In addition to cutting-edge AI technologies, the Jayapura AI Experience Center is supported by Indosat’s 5G network and is equipped with various supporting facilities, including training rooms, access to digital learning platforms, and collaborative spaces for students, professionals, and local communities. The centre is envisioned as a hub for nurturing digital talent from Papua and bridging the digital access gap between Western and Eastern Indonesia.