President Jokowi Meets with Elon Musk at World Water Forum in Bali

President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo and Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, recently met at the 10th World Water Forum in Bali. The meeting, held at the Bali International Convention Center, focused on discussions surrounding digital transformation acceleration in Indonesia and investment development potentials in the country.

During the meeting, President Jokowi expressed his appreciation for Musk’s participation as a speaker at the forum and emphasized the importance of water management systems. The President also extended an invitation to Musk to further develop his investments in Indonesia, including companies like SpaceX, Tesla, Neuralink, and Boring.

President Jokowi highlighted Indonesia’s ongoing national digital transformation acceleration and the opening of investment potentials in various sectors. He encouraged the development of companies like SpaceX and Tesla in Indonesia, emphasizing the country’s commitment to supporting investment growth.

One key point of discussion was the cooperation between Starlink, a project by SpaceX, and internet providers in Indonesia to provide affordable internet access. President Jokowi expressed hope that this collaboration would benefit consumers, particularly in rural areas where access to internet services is limited.

In response, Elon Musk expressed his honor at participating in the forum and his enthusiasm for potential collaborations in Indonesia. He mentioned the possibility of providing Starlink connectivity to support education and health facilities in the country, showcasing his interest in contributing to Indonesia’s digital infrastructure.

Musk’s visit to Indonesia highlights the high interest of global investors in the country’s digital economy and the potential for future cooperation that will support digital infrastructure development nationwide. The meeting between President Jokowi and Elon Musk signifies a promising partnership that could lead to significant advancements in Indonesia’s digital landscape.