Teknowarta JAKARTA — The Ministry of Communication and Digital (Komdigi) has initiated a significant inquiry, submitting 29 probing questions to two dominant digital platform operators, Meta and Google. This action stems from alleged violations of Government Regulation No. 17/2025 concerning the Governance of Electronic System Operations for Child Protection, popularly known as PP Tunas.
Alexander Sabar, Komdigi’s Director General of Digital Space Supervision, confirmed that Meta—encompassing Facebook, Instagram, and Threads—underwent its examination earlier. Google”s turn followed on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, with a marathon session commencing at 10:00 AM WIB, meticulously designed to scrutinize the company’s adherence to the prevailing regulations. During this investigative process, Komdigi’s supervisory team delivered 29 in-depth questions to representatives from both tech giants. Alexander clarified that the primary focus of the examination revolved around alleged breaches of Article 30 of the Ministerial Regulation pertaining to the implementation of PP Tunas.
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“Meta has already signed the official report of examination (BAP), and Google followed suit today,” Alexander stated at the Komdigi office on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Despite the completion of the BAP process, Komdigi is poised for further, more extensive investigation. Meta, for its part, has reportedly pledged to furnish additional documents to supplement the information provided during the initial examination. This step underscores Komdigi’s rigorous oversight of digital regulation implementation across Indonesia.
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Alexander Sabar underscored that Komdigi’s actions are a direct response to official public complaints. These reports highlighted specific content on certain Instagram accounts deemed provocative and potentially conducive to disinformation. An analysis of the reported account revealed that it was neither registered with the Press Council nor officially verified as a media entity. The content disseminated by the account was judged to employ narratives that could foster unsubstantiated allegations and risk delegitimizing state institutions.
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“Komdigi’s handling of this matter is proportional and measured. We steadfastly uphold press freedom, yet we bear the responsibility to ensure the digital space remains healthy, accurate, and does not mislead the public,” Alexander affirmed. Regarding potential sanctions or content deactivation, Komdigi is currently awaiting internal verification reports from each platform. Alexander noted that both Meta and Google have requested time to conduct their independent review processes, adhering to their respective internal mechanisms before any final action is taken.
Consequently, the total number of content pieces to be deactivated or subject to further action remains undetermined. Komdigi has expressed its continued openness to dialogue with all stakeholders, including the press community, to ensure that Indonesia’s digital ecosystem upholds responsible freedom of expression founded on information prudence.
Summary
The Ministry of Communication and Digital (Komdigi) has launched an inquiry into Meta (including Facebook, Instagram, and Threads) and Google, submitting 29 questions to each. This action follows alleged violations of Government Regulation No. 17/2025 concerning child protection, specifically Article 30 of its implementing Ministerial Regulation. Both tech giants have undergone examination and signed official reports, with Meta also promising further documentation to Komdigi.
Komdigi’s investigation was prompted by public complaints regarding provocative and misleading content on certain Instagram accounts, deemed unregistered media. While upholding press freedom, Komdigi aims to ensure a healthy digital space that does not mislead the public. The ministry is now awaiting internal verification reports from Meta and Google before determining any specific actions or content deactivations.