MCI Ensures Reliable Telecommunications Infrastructure at the 1st HLM of the AIS Forum

PRESS RELEASE

COMMUNICATIONS AND MEDIA TEAM OF THE 2023 HLM OF THE AIS FORUM

No.16/SP/TKM-AISFORUM2023/10/2023

Jakarta, 3 October 2023 – The Ministry of Communications and Informatics (MCI) ensures optimal and reliable telecommunications infrastructure at the 1st High-Level Meeting (HLM) of the Archipelagic and Island States (AIS) Forum, which will be held in Bali on 10 and 11 October.

“We can ensure that the telecommunications network during the 1st HLM runs smoothly, both for the delegates and for the media," said the Director General of Public Information and Communications of the Ministry of Communications and Informatics, Usman Kansong, on Tuesday, 3 October in Jakarta.

Usman stated that the Ministry of Communications and Informatics is collaborating with Telkom to guarantee seamless access to telecommunications during the event.

According to him, various mitigation measures have been prepared in anticipation of potential disruption, such as network outages or communications jamming.

Usman further emphasized that Telkom's assistance is constantly monitored by the Directorate General of Resources Management and Equipment of Post and Informatics (SDPPI) to guarantee that the quality of telecommunications services is maintained throughout the event.

“Telkom is supervised by the Directorate General of SDPPI. So, it is constantly monitored by SDPPI's monitoring centers,” he explained.

Regarding network security, Usman stated that his party is collaborating with the Center for Data and Informatics Infrastructure (PDSI) of the Ministry of Communications and Informatics and receives support from the National Cyber and Crypto Agency (BSSN).

"So, that is what we do, and it is our procedure to include PDSI and BSSN for cyber security at every international event. This is the same standard applied at the previous G20 or ASEAN Summit," he stated.

Media Center

On this occasion, Usman also stated that preparations are still being made for the Media Center, which will serve as the hub for the operations and activities of the media crew covering the 1st HLM. These facilities are now undergoing technical preparation, which includes finishing infrastructure and distribution of the required supporting materials.

Usman stated, "According to the plan, we will begin loading on 5 October and prepare the infrastructure; we anticipate completion by 8 October."

This Media Center is expected to officially operate from 9 to 14 October. During the event, a variety of facilities, including computer stations, internet access, stand-up positions for TV stations, medical rooms, press conference rooms, media lounges, an information center, a large screen, and shuttle vehicles, will be available to support the journalists.

Additionally, the Media Center prepares and distributes press releases in two languages (Indonesian and English), photos and videos, press briefings, and other materials required by reporters.

As of Sunday, 1 October, over 100 journalists from local, national, and international media have registered to provide coverage of the 1^st HLM activities.

The registration process for media has commenced and is scheduled to conclude on 5 October. Media registration can be done by accessing http://media-registration.aisforum2023.id

The 1^st HLM will take place from 10 to 11 October at the Bali Nusa Dua Convention Center (BNDCC) 1 and 2, Bali. The Media Center is located in Tanjung Benoa Hall, 3^rd floor of BNDCC 2.

The main theme of this international event is "Fostering Collaboration, Enabling Innovation for Our Ocean and Our Future. Meanwhile, the forum's three subthemes are Blue Economy, Our Oceans, Our Future, and Solidarity.

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About AIS Forum:

The Archipelagic and Island States (AIS) Forum is a global platform for cooperation among island and archipelagic states that aims at strengthening collaboration to address global issues with four main areas of focus: climate change mitigation and adaptation, the blue economy, marine plastic waste management, and good maritime governance. The 2023 High-Level Meeting of the AIS Forum is organized to reinforce the role of the AIS Forum as a center for intelligent solutions and a platform for collaboration in promoting the future agenda of global maritime governance.

For more information, please contact:

Director General of Public Information and Communications of the Ministry of Communications and Informatics – Usman Kansong (0816785320).

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Director General of Public Information and Communications of the Ministry of Communications and Informatics, Usman Kansong, on Tuesday, 3 October 2023 ensures that the telecommunications infrastructure for the 1^st High-Level Meeting of the AIS Forum in Bali, scheduled for 10—11 October, will be sufficient and smooth. (Amiri/InfoPublik)