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Circular Letter of the Minister of Communication and Informatics of the Republic of Indonesia Number 9 of 2023 Concerning Artificial Intelligence Ethics

SURAT EDARAN MENTERI KOMUNIKASI DAN INFORMATIKA REPUBLIK INDONESIA NOMOR 9 TAHUN 2023 TENTANG ETIKA KECERDASAN ARTIFISIAL

Directive State lawSouth-eastern Asia · IDin force

This circular issued by the Minister of Communication and Informatics of Indonesia establishes ethical guidelines for artificial intelligence development and deployment. It outlines nine core ethical values—including inclusivity, humanity, safety, accessibility, transparency, credibility, personal data protection, sustainability, and intellectual property—to guide public and private electronic system operators and businesses. The document aims to mitigate risks, protect human rights and personal data, and ensure AI supports human creativity and innovation without replacing human decision-making in critical matters.

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Who issued it

Kementerian Komunikasi dan InformatikaGovernment (executive) · ID

Lead issuer

Legal forceSoft law

Under whose authorityState law

Judged fromfull text

Who it governs

CompaniesRegulatorsPublic sector bodiesAI developers and providersAI deployers and users

This document is for public and private electronic system operators, AI developers, and businesses in Indonesia seeking compliance guidelines for ethical AI programming and deployment.

Sectors

Telecommunications and digital services · programming activities based on artificial intelligence (KBLI 62015)Cross-sector

What the document contains

What's covered

The circular covers general definitions of AI, the scope of AI technologies (such as machine learning, natural language processing, and neural networks), nine core ethical values for AI deployment, and specific implementation and responsibility guidelines for businesses and electronic system operators in Indonesia.

What's missing

The document does not specify criminal penalties, administrative fines, or detailed enforcement mechanisms for non-compliance beyond general monitoring.

Key takeaways

The circular establishes a mandatory ethical reference framework for businesses and public and private electronic system operators involved in artificial intelligence programming.
Nine ethical values are defined: inclusivity, humanity, safety, accessibility, transparency, credibility and accountability, personal data protection, sustainable development and environment, and intellectual property.
AI must not be used as the sole determinant or decision-maker in matters concerning humanity.
Operators are required to prioritize risk management, crisis management, and the protection of personal data in compliance with existing laws.
Developers and operators must provide adequate information and education to prevent negative impacts on users and the public.

Principles it states

InklusivitasKemanusiaanKeamananAksesibilitasTransparansiKredibilitas dan AkuntabilitasPelindungan Data PribadiPembangunan dan Lingkungan BerkelanjutanKekayaan Intelektual

Outline

· 1. Umum
· 2. Maksud dan Tujuan
· 3. Ruang Lingkup
· 4. Dasar Hukum
· 5. Definisi
· 6. Isi Edaran
· 7. Penutup

Issued19 December 2023

Length2,010 words

FormatNot recorded

Scopenational

How it scores

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Accountability

4/5

Clear responsibility for AI outcomes

Informasi yang dihasilkan melalui Kecerdasan Artifisial harus dapat dipercaya dan dipertanggungjawabkan ketika disebarkan kepada publik.

6. Isi Edaran - Kredibilitas dan Akuntabilitas

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Fairness

4/5

Non-discrimination and equitable treatment

Penyelenggaraan Kecerdasan Artifisial bersifat inklusif dan tidak diskriminatif. Setiap pengguna memiliki hak yang sama dalam mengakses penyelenggaraan teknologi

6. Isi Edaran - Aksesibilitas

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Human Dignity

4/5

Respect for the inherent worth of persons

Penyelenggaraan Kecerdasan Artifisial perlu memperhatikan nilai kemanusiaan dengan tetap saling menjaga hak asasi manusia, hubungan sosial, kepercayaan yang dianut

6. Isi Edaran - Kemanusiaan

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Human Oversight

4/5

Humans remain in control of consequential decisions

Memastikan Kecerdasan Artifisial tidak diselenggarakan sebagai penentu kebijakan dan/atau pengambil keputusan yang menyangkut kemanusiaan.

6. Isi Edaran - Tanggung Jawab

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Privacy

4/5

Protection of personal data and private life

Penyelenggaraan Kecerdasan Artifisial harus memastikan pelindungan data pribadi sesuai ketentuan peraturan perundang-undangan.

6. Isi Edaran - Pelindungan Data Pribadi

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Transparency

4/5

Openness about how AI systems work and are used

Pelaku Usaha dan PSE dapat memberikan akses kepada pengguna yang berhak untuk mengetahui penyelenggaraan data dalam pengembangan teknologi berbasis Kecerdasan Artifisial

6. Isi Edaran - Transparansi

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Enforcement

2/5

Consequences and compliance mechanisms with real force

Pengawasan dilakukan oleh Pemerintah, penyelenggara, dan pengguna untuk mencegah adanya penyalahgunaan dan/ atam pemanfaatan teknologi berbasis Kecerdasan Arti{isial

6. Isi Edaran - Pelaksanaan dan Tanggung Jawab

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Topics

Physical AI Governancecore

artificial_intelligence ai_ethics data_protection electronic_systems digital_governance