Jakarta, Oct. 28 -- Higher Education, Science, and Technology Minister Brian Yuliarto and Communication and Digital Affairs Minister Meutya Hafid explored opportunities to strengthen collaboration in developing research and human resources in artificial intelligence (AI).

This was discussed during the two ministers' meeting in Jakarta on Monday, marking a key milestone in aligning the direction of AI research and innovation policy with national needs and strengthening Indonesia's data sovereignty.

"Universities are ready to become the main driver of the development of AI talents who not only excel in academics but also understand the context of national policies and industries," Minister Yuliarto said in a statement on Tuesday.

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