Jakarta, March 5, 2025 – The Ministry of Creative Economy/Creative Economy Agency of Indonesia hosted a visit from AGATE Indonesia (Indonesian Association of Game, Animation, Technology, and Education) at Menara Merdeka, Jakarta, on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The meeting aimed to discuss the development of the national game industry and seek solutions to the challenges faced by industry players.
Dok. Biro Komunikasi Kemenekraf/Bekraf - Menekraf dan Wamenekraf menerima kunjungan AGATE Indonesia untuk membahas seputar perkembangan dan juga mencari solusi bersama untuk menjawab semua tantangan yang dihadapi pelaku industri gim, Gedung Menara Merdeka, Jakarta, Rabu (5/2/25).
During the discussion, the Minister of Creative Economy/Head of the Creative Economy Agency, Teuku Riefky Harsya, emphasized the importance of more intensive communication between the government and the industry to accelerate the growth of this sector.
He explained that the Ministry of Creative Economy is currently in a transition phase, managing 17 creative economy sub-sectors, with the game industry being one of its top priorities.
"We will push for a revision of the Presidential Regulation to support the national game industry. the Ministry of Creative Economy is committed to preparing clearer regulations, including those related to financial aspects and the overall gaming ecosystem in Indonesia," said Minister Riefky.
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The Deputy Minister of Creative Economy/Deputy Head of the Creative Economy Agency, Irene Umar, added that the first step is gathering data from various sources to develop more effective policies.
She highlighted the importance of mapping the national game industry, including classifying businesses under Indonesia’s Standard Industrial Classification (KBLI), to enhance the sector’s recognition as a vital part of the national economy.
"Game developers in Indonesia still face major challenges, one of which is the limited number of skilled professionals in this field. Additionally, public awareness of local games remains low. Therefore, we will continue to push for the preparation of a white paper to support the national game industry," said Deputy Minister Irene.
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As a concrete form of support, the Ministry of Creative Economy is also collaborating with the Jakarta Provincial Government to launch various programs involving local game developers. These programs aim to increase public appreciation for locally made games.
Shieny Aprilia, Co-founder & CEO of Agate, expressed her appreciation for the Ministry of Creative Economy openness in supporting the national game industry.
"We are pleased to have the opportunity to engage in direct discussions with Minister Riefky and the Ministry of Creative Economy team. They are genuinely interested and serious about making the game industry a priority within the creative economy. We hope the government continues to introduce policies that can help this industry grow even faster," said Shiny.
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Furthermore, Shieny highlighted the primary challenges faced by local game developers, particularly the lack of funding.
"Local game companies struggle to grow due to limited funding. We hope the government can provide more funding options and incentives for the national game industry. Additionally, foreign investment in Indonesia’s gaming sector remains very low, despite the country's large market. We aim to encourage initiatives that attract more direct foreign investments so that Indonesia's game industry can compete globally," she added.
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The meeting was also attended by the Deputy for Digital Creativity and Technology, Muhammad Neil El Himam, and the Director of Games, Luat Sihombing.
Kiagoos Irvan Faisal
Acting Head of the Communications Bureau
Ministry of Creative Economy/Creative Economy Agency
