New Communication Minister Meutya Hafid Focuses on Protectin...

Jakarta. Meutya Hafid has been appointed to lead the newly renamed Communication and Digital Affairs Ministry (formerly the Communications and Informatics Ministry), where she aims to enhance digital security, combat online gambling, and protect citizens from illegal lending practices. In her previous role as chairperson of the House of Representatives' Commission I, Meutya received numerous public complaints regarding digital security and personal data protection, which she intends to address in her new position. The Golkar Party politician is particularly determined to tackle online gambling, a growing concern for society, while also focusing on safeguarding citizens from illegal online lending practices. As the first woman to lead this ministry, she is committed to improving the digital environment, especially concerning issues that affect children. "We must ensure that the internet...