Minister Expresses Hope TikTok Live Suspension in Indonesia Will Be Temporary
JAKARTA: Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs Meutya Hafid on Sunday expressed optimism that TikTok’s voluntary suspension of its Live feature in Indonesia will be short-lived, stressing the government’s commitment to remain open and responsive to public concerns.
“We have received TikTok’s notification regarding the voluntary closure of its Live feature, and we hope this will not last long,” Meutya said after a cabinet meeting at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta.
She noted that President Prabowo Subianto has emphasized the importance of addressing public aspirations, including issues related to TikTok Live.
The minister acknowledged that the suspension impacts micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) that rely on live broadcasts to drive sales but underlined that e-commerce activities on the platform remain unaffected.
“If conditions gradually improve, we hope TikTok Live can be reinstated,” she said, adding that she expects the situation to stabilize soon so businesses can once again fully benefit from digital platforms.
On August 30, 2025, TikTok announced the temporary suspension of its Live feature in Indonesia following public protests in Jakarta and several other regions. The company stated that the move was aimed at preventing potential misuse and ensuring that the platform remains a safe and respectful digital space.
Deputy Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs Nezar Patria earlier clarified that the government’s engagement with social media platforms such as TikTok and Meta was part of broader efforts to strengthen content moderation, unrelated to recent demonstrations.
“We’ve long collaborated to ensure platforms comply with community guidelines and regulations,” Nezar said, noting that moderation includes curbing harmful content such as online gambling, disinformation, slander, and hate speech.
The Indonesian government has reiterated its commitment to working with digital platforms to maintain online safety while supporting digital businesses and communities.