The Indonesian government is embarking on a major digital infrastructure project with the construction of three new national data centers (PDNs). Coordinating Minister for Political, Legal, and Security Affairs Hadi Tjahjanto announced the initiative, highlighting the strategic importance of these centers for the country’s digital sovereignty and cybersecurity.
The first PDN is being built in Bekasi, West Java, and is expected to be operational by 2026. The government is currently selecting supervisory consultants for a second PDN in Batam, Riau Islands. Additionally, authorities are exploring potential construction sites for a third PDN in the new capital city, Nusantara.
All three PDNs will be operated by a public service agency under the Ministry of Communication and Informatics. The National Cyber and Crypto Agency (BSSN) is actively involved in all stages of development to ensure robust security measures.
Minister Tjahjanto acknowledged the challenges associated with transitioning from temporary to permanent data centers, particularly the heightened security risks during data migration. He emphasized the importance of careful integration to prevent vulnerabilities that could be exploited by hackers.
To address these concerns, the Indonesian government is collaborating with domestic and international partners to adopt cutting-edge technologies capable of mitigating cyber threats.