Current Affairs - International - Discussion

Indonesia has announced a new policy to restrict access to several social media platforms for minors under the age of 16. The initiative will begin on March 28, 2026, and will be implemented by the country’s Communications and Digital Ministry. The regulation targets major platforms such as TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, X, Bigo Live, Roblox, and YouTube, with a phased process of account deactivations for underage users. The move was introduced after the government declared a digital emergency to address issues such as cyberbullying, pornography, online fraud, and addiction caused by algorithm-driven content. The policy will initially operate through ministerial guidelines before permanent legislation establishing a minimum age requirement is introduced.