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Indonesia to Expand Digital Social Protection Trial to 42 Regions

GovernmentPublic Service DeliveryPublic Sector ManagementPublic Administration

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AI insight

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Indonesia's expansion of digital social protection (Perlinsos) is a government-led initiative to improve welfare distribution via digital public infrastructure. The program requires enhanced internet and data connectivity, creating demand for telecom infrastructure and digital services. However, no specific commercial contracts, investment amounts, or private sector participation are mentioned. The mechanism is weak: it signals potential future procurement for IT systems and connectivity but lacks concrete commercial details.

Signals our AI researcher identified

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  • Indonesia expands Perlinsos digital social protection to 42 regions starting June 2026.
  • Pilot launched in Banyuwangi in September 2025.
  • Targets over 36 million people (~1.1 million households).
  • Registration via portal perlinsos.kemensos.go.id.
  • Government focusing on internet infrastructure and data connectivity.

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