House Plans to Pass 2026 Broadcasting Bill, Digital Platforms to Be Regulated Too
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The government and the House of Representatives (DPR) plan to pass the Broadcasting Bill (Rancangan Undang-Undang Penyiaran, RUU Penyiaran) in 2026. The plan has drawn public attention because the regulation concerns how people watch television, listen to radio, and access information in the digital era.
One of the main issues in the deliberations on this bill is the regulation of digital platforms. Digital platforms are internet-based services, such as subscription video services and social media, which are now widely used by Indonesians. Until now, digital platforms have been considered to play a large role in spreading news and entertainment, but specific rules for these services remain a subject of discussion.
The deliberations on the Broadcasting Bill also concern the relationship between traditional media and new media. Traditional media, such as television and radio stations, must follow rules that have been in force for a long time. Meanwhile, digital platforms operate under a different model. For this reason, many parties hope the new rules can create more balanced competition and protect the public interest as users.
So far, the complete details of the articles in the bill have not been widely reported. Therefore, the public can continue to follow the progress of the deliberations in the DPR and official information from the government. The process of enacting a law usually involves several stages, including input from various parties, before the rule officially takes effect.
Sources: Head Topics
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