RRI.CO.ID, Jakarta - The Ministry of Creative Economy/Creative Economy Agency is committed to strengthening copyright protection for the welfare of creators in the digital era, including against piracy. The government is also striving to increase the competitiveness of the national film industry on the global stage.

Vice Minister of Creative Economy, Irene Umar, made the statement in a discussion titled "Silently Harming: The Situation of Film Copyright in Indonesia" at Taman Ismail Marzuki, Jakarta, Thursday, April 30, 2026. "Protecting copyright is not just about the film industry, but also about maintaining the dignity of our entire creative economy. Let us work together to increase the value of the creative industry so that every work can be valued sustainably for the future of creators," Irene Umar said.

She also added that the government is committed to strengthening regulations. Therefore, the Ministry is overseeing the revision of the Copyright Law to create a more transparent and equitable system.

"The creative economy is a new engine of growth powered by the purity of heart and passion of its practitioners. I hope this value of purity is maintained; don't let yourself be swayed by material things, no matter how large. Remain a person of integrity, because that purity is what will keep this industry alive and illuminate the world. Ultimately, the creative economy is not just about numbers, but about creating smiles and prosperity simultaneously," she said.

According to a release received by RRI Voice of Indonesia on Friday, May 1, 2026 in Jakarta that the event, organized by the Arts Coalition, provided a forum for discussion to expose digital exploitation practices that harm filmmakers, while also encouraging the establishment of a Collective Film Management Institution (LMK) and national data integration to strengthen the economic valuation of works. As a non-profit organization, the Arts Coalition focuses on advocacy and research to create a fair, transparent, and protected arts ecosystem for all creative industry players.

"In the midst of a chaotic royalty system that tends to favor those who exploit the ignorance of creators, I am very proud that in Indonesia, artists and experts from various fields are willing to unite and collaborate to protect our creative rights, a solidarity rarely found in other countries," Moe Chiba, Head of UNESCO's Jakarta Cultural Program said.

Held on April 29–30, 2026, this event involved 50 selected participants from industry and government to discuss literature, dance, and film. In addition to presenting research findings, the event also launched an Intellectual Property (IP) literacy strategy so that filmmakers can use their works as collateral (fiduciary) for financing.