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Archive: 12 March 2025

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Indonesia Proposes Strict Social Media Rules for Children: Protecting Youth Online

Indonesia's government, led by President Prabowo Subianto and Communications Minister Meutya Hafid, is introducing regulations to set a minimum age for social media use and establish child protection guidelines for digital platforms. With 79.5% internet penetration and nearly 50% of children under 12 online, the initiative aims to shield Indonesian youth from digital risks whilst balancing access to information.