Indonesia’s Digital Boom: Silk Road Sparks Tech Revolution

Move over, Silicon Valley—Indonesia is stepping into the global tech spotlight! CGTN’s new documentary series 'The Call of the Silk Road' kicks off with a deep dive into how this Southeast Asian giant is rewriting its future through innovation and infrastructure.

Over the past decade, Indonesia has transformed into a digital powerhouse. Imagine this: 274 million people now zipping through streets on app-based motorbike taxis , shopping on e-commerce platforms, and connecting via high-speed rail (the first in Southeast Asia!). From Jakarta’s skyscrapers to Bali’s beaches, the country’s $400B+ economy is buzzing with tech-driven energy.

China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) plays a starring role here. Collaborations like the Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway—built with Chinese expertise—are bridging cities and boosting trade. 'It’s not just about concrete and steel,' says a local entrepreneur. 'It’s about creating a digital ecosystem that empowers everyone.'

Why does this matter? For young professionals and startups, Indonesia’s rise offers lessons in leapfrogging traditional growth models. Students, take notes: this is how ancient trade routes get a 21st-century reboot!

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Indonesia's rise as a digital power: 'The Call of the Silk Road'

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