In a historic move to support Indonesia’s Golden Vision 2045, Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (Indosat) and the Wadhwani Foundation have signed a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
The agreement was signed at the prestigious Indonesia-India CEO Forum, co-hosted by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KADIN), during Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's state visit to India for the 76th Republic Day celebrations.
This transformative partnership, slated to reach a value of IDR 3.5 trillion (INR ~18,550 crore) over three years, aims to equip one million Indonesian digital talents with advanced digital and entrepreneurial skills, as well as nurture 100,000 future-ready entrepreneurs.
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Achieving the 2045 Vision
This initiative aligns perfectly with Indonesia’s goal to become a developed nation by 2045. At the core of this collaboration are Wadhwani Foundation’s artificial intelligence (AI)-powered skilling platforms, which will introduce two main programs.
Firstly, the ‘Job Ready’ program, will focus on improving employability by offering soft skills training tailored to meet the needs of the modern digital workforce. Secondly, the ‘Ignite’ program will focus on fostering entrepreneurial mindsets, empowering participants to become the next generation of business leaders driving Indonesia's innovation economy.
Ajay Kela, President & CEO of Wadhwani Foundation, emphasized the importance of this partnership, stating, “This collaboration demonstrates our dedication to fostering growth in emerging economies and creating quality jobs for young people. With Indonesia's vibrant and expanding young population, it is a key focus for us. Indosat, who shares our vision of empowering youth, is the perfect partner to enhance our impact. Their local expertise and extensive network complement Wadhwani Foundation's AI-powered platforms, which equip entrepreneurs and jobseekers with the necessary skills to succeed in the global economy.”
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Skills to Thrive
Vikram Sinha, President Director & CEO of Indosat, shared his vision, adding, “As the world undergoes a digital transformation, our priority is to prepare the next generation of leaders with the skills and resources they need to thrive. This partnership with Wadhwani Foundation combines their global expertise in AI-enabled skilling with Indosat's unmatched reach and local knowledge. Together, we are paving the way for a connected world where every individual has equal opportunities to succeed. This collaboration aligns with Indosat’s broader goal of empowering Indonesia.”
This groundbreaking collaboration aims to significantly enhance Indonesia’s workforce capabilities, drive sustainable economic growth, and strengthen the strategic partnership between Indonesia and India. By empowering youth and entrepreneurs, this initiative reinforces the shared vision of a prosperous and interconnected future.
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