Minister Meutya Hafid Praises detikcom for Initiating Digital Connectivity Appreciation 2026

Indonesia’s Minister of Communication and Digital (Menkomdigi), Meutya Hafid, has expressed appreciation for the Digital Connectivity Appreciation 2026 event initiated by detik.com. She views the event as a platform to honour the tangible contributions of individuals, communities, and institutions in broadening digital access and literacy in the country.

“I thank detikcom for curating this exceptionally well; we indeed have the capability to build connectivity, but media friends, especially detikcom, are the most adept at curating,” Meutya stated at the Digital Connectivity Appreciation 2026 event on Friday (17/4/2026).

“This is to show that the government cannot operate alone; we need collaboration with many parties,” she added.

In her speech, Meutya also commended the figures, partners, local governments, and industries that received awards at the event. She hopes that all parties will continue to work together to improve connectivity further.

“Our commitment is clear: Indonesia is becoming more connected, the ecosystem continues to grow, and the digital space remains protected, safe, and inclusive for all. This commitment is reflected in the real roles of all of you who continue to drive digital connectivity progress in various regions of Indonesia. I, Meutya Hafid, Minister of Communication and Digital of the Republic of Indonesia, congratulate all the recipients of appreciation,” she elaborated.

Meanwhile, detikcom’s Editor-in-Chief, Alfito Deannova Ginting, revealed that the Digital Connectivity Appreciation 2026 is a celebration for those who have connected the distant and brought a future closer than before.

“This is the echo of appreciation for the movers, pioneers, and guardians of the national digital connectivity pulse. With perseverance and commitment, they provide access to a wider world, reaching