The Role of Indonesia's Digital Diplomacy in Promoting Social Inclusion: A Case Study of the ASEAN Digital Literacy Programme

Abstract

This research explores the role of Indonesia's digital diplomacy in promoting social inclusion through the ASEAN Digital Literacy Program. With the main problem of how Indonesia's digital diplomacy initiatives in this program affect the level of social inclusion through improved digital literacy, this study aims to identify the impact of Indonesia's digital diplomacy role on the level of social inclusion achieved through improved digital literacy. Using descriptive qualitative research methods and the main theory of digital diplomacy, this study analyzes the various initiatives taken by Indonesia within the framework of the ASEAN Digital Literacy Program, and evaluates how its digital diplomacy policies and practices contribute to reducing the digital divide and increasing the accessibility of information technology in the region. The results show that Indonesia's digital diplomacy has significantly influenced social inclusion by expanding people's access to and understanding of digital technology, which in turn promotes more inclusive participation in ASEAN's digital economy and society. The study concludes that an effective digital diplomacy strategy is instrumental in creating a more inclusive and accessible digital environment for all.