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Indonesia is poised to develop its space economy, leveraging its equatorial location for rocket and satellite launches. The global space economy is projected to reach $1.8 trillion by 2035, growing at 9% annually, presenting significant opportunities for Indonesia across various sectors including defense and agriculture.

The Advisory Board member of the Indonesian Space Association, Sofyan Djalil, emphasized the need for Indonesia to establish a spaceport with a complete ecosystem to harness this potential. The National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) noted the dominance of government in space research, advocating for increased private sector involvement.

Collaboration with countries like India, which has a strong space program, is also being pursued. The Indonesian government is committed to enhancing STEM education, exemplified by the establishment of the Garuda School to develop high-quality human resources for the space sector.