Indonesia: Government Regulation Number 17 of 2025 concerning Governance of Electronic System Implementation in Child Protection including consumer protection authority governance entered into force with grace period

On 27 March 2025, the Government of Indonesia Regulation Number 17 of 2025 concerning Governance of Electronic System Implementation in Child Protection entered into force with grace period. According to Article 49, all relevant parties must adjust their operations to comply with the regulation within two years from its enactment (i.e. 27 March 2027). According to Chapter III, oversight of compliance with child protection obligations within electronic systems is conducted by the Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs. As stipulated in Articles 24 to 37, the governance framework empowers the Minister to monitor, trace, examine, and control electronic system operators (ESOs), both public and private, through mechanisms such as data verification, complaint handling, risk assessment, and enforcement actions. ESOs must submit accurate data and documentation when requested and are subject to administrative sanctions for non-compliance. Sanctions include written warnings, administrative fines, temporary suspension, or access termination, as outlined in Articles 38 to 44. The governance regime also allows coordination with other government institutions and law enforcement to ensure compliance and enforce penalties.