Badung, Bali (ANTARA) – Minister of Communication and Information, Johnny G Plate, has officially opened the Digital Transformation Expo (DTE) technology exhibition, which is a side event to the G20 Summit.

“It is with great joy that I welcome you to the G20 Digital Transformation Expo. I think many of us can’t wait to explore it,” Johnny said at the opening ceremony. opening of DTE at the Bali Nusa Dua Convention Center, Badung, Bali, Sunday.

Johnny said the Digital Transformation Expo technology expo marks the end of the G20’s Digital Economy Working Group (DEWG) series of activities.

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This exhibition was organized as a showcase for Indonesia, other G20 member countries, and invited countries to showcase the latest technologies amid the current global digital transformation.

“I hope this exhibit can be a fun thing as well as a strong reminder of the things we seek out in the digital age,” Johnny said.

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The digital transformation exhibition features six attractive areas, including the entrance area, which is a welcoming area that represents the collaboration of G20 countries in promoting digital transformation.

Then the Tunnel of Wonders which will visually present the cultural diversity and natural beauty of the archipelago.

The third area, the digital archipelago, introduces the four pillars of Indonesia’s digital transformation, including the development of digital infrastructure, the development of digital economy, the development of digital society and the development of digital governance.

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The four pillars are presented in an attractive visual to be able to give an overview of the development of digital transformation in Indonesia.

The next area is called G20 Synergy, which showcases the digital transformation initiatives of several G20 participating countries such as Argentina, Saudi Arabia, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Turkey, as well as countries guests such as the United Arab Emirates.

Then there is the Wall of Collaboration area which contains the appreciation of the stakeholders and parties that are involved and helping to encourage the acceleration of digital transformation.

“Not to mention that there is also a special exhibition on metaverse technology, namely Metaverse Corner, presented by our friends at Meta and WIR. I encourage you all to visit them and get a glimpse of the future of virtual reality,” Johnny said.

Submission of substance related to digital transformation in these areas is achieved through artistic storytelling using audio-visual media to create truly digital and Instagrammable experiences.

Johnny further added that the Digital Transformation Expo was there not only to provide an opportunity for countries to exchange knowledge, but also to show the world Indonesia’s commitment to building prosperity in the digital age.

“So for those who still have doubts about digitization efforts at the G20, let this exhibition dispel their doubts and for those who believe in the benefits of digital efforts, let this exhibition continue to inspire their pursuits,” he said. declared.