Indonesia fails to enforce social media age limits for youth
- Source
- Nikkei Asia
- Time
- 9:11 PM
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- 94/100
Indonesia is implementing stricter social media age limits in an effort to regulate digital environments for youth, following similar legislative moves in countries like Australia. The Indonesian government is requiring social media platforms to introduce age-gating mechanisms to prevent minors from accessing certain services, citing concerns regarding the safety and well-being of young users.
However, the policy is facing significant challenges as it clashes with the established digital habits of modern families and the broader digital economy. Many Indonesian parents and educators report that social media and online video platforms have become integral to children’s education and personal development.