Kominfo Requests Additional Budget of Rp12.6 Trillion in 2026: What For?

Based on a joint letter from the Ministry of Finance and Bappenas (National Development Planning Agency) Number S-356, the Ministry of Communication and Digital (Komdigi) received an indicative budget of Rp7.75 trillion for 2026.

This budget consists of Rp2.9 trillion in core funding and several other supplementary allocations.

"For the needs of 2026, we have received input from all work units. Komdigi's needs are at Rp20.36 trillion," said Komdigi Secretary General Ismail in a working meeting with Commission I of the DPR (House of Representatives) on Monday (7/7/2025).

Therefore, Komdigi requested an additional budget of Rp12.6 trillion for next year.

Based on its items, this budget will be used for the development and strengthening of digital infrastructure totaling Rp7.75 trillion. This funding will be used for internet provision in public facilities, the construction of BTS (Base Transceiver Stations), and internet access in Papua.

Next, Rp2.77 trillion will be allocated for strengthening the digital ecosystem and space. This item is allocated for the operation of the national data center (PSN), the electronic-based government system (SPBE), and the digitalization of MSMEs (Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises).

"Komdigi is also striving to secure digital space from various criminal acts and legal violations such as online gambling, pornography, including child protection in the digital world," said Ismail.

Then, Rp1.77 billion for management support and Rp313.36 billion for public communication and media programs.