Jakarta, July 14 -- Communication and Digital Affairs Minister Meutya Hafid emphasized that efforts to eradicate online gambling must target the entire ecosystem, not just websites.

"Blocking access alone is insufficient. We must dismantle the ecosystem," she said at the 2026 OJK Banking Forum at Bank Indonesia's Jakarta complex, Tuesday.

Meutya outlined measures including site and content blocking, freezing related bank accounts, enhancing early detection, and strengthening coordination among stakeholders.

Between October 20, 2024, and July 12, 2026, the ministry blocked access to around 3.7 million gambling sites and content.

She stressed that cutting off cash flows through mule accounts is as critical as shutting down websites.

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