Indonesia is once again becoming a battleground for digital infrastructure. With Elon Musk’s Starlink expanding satellite internet across remote islands, Meta and Google planning seven undersea cables, and Komdigi preparing auctions for critical radio spectrum bands, the country sits at a pivotal crossroads. Each development promises greater connectivity and inclusivity—but they also raise urgent questions about digital sovereignty, equitable regulation, and the country’s capacity to steer its own digital destiny. To subscribe please click here