The meeting marked a pivotal moment in Indonesia’s evolving approach to digital assets, as officials explored the potential role of Bitcoin in strengthening long-term economic resilience.
Among the ideas discussed were the use of Bitcoin mining as a reserve strategy and the benefits of holding BTC as a hedge against inflation and global monetary instability.
Bitcoin Indonesia facilitated the meeting by presenting macroeconomic trends, including changing global reserve strategies, inflationary risks, and increasing crypto adoption among sovereign nations.
Officials reportedly showed interest in further education on the asset class, with some expressing curiosity about projections linking Bitcoin’s value trajectory to Indonesia’s 100th independence anniversary in 2045.
Indonesia’s reserve portfolio currently consists primarily of gold, U.S. dollars, and sovereign bonds. The inclusion of Bitcoin would mark a strategic expansion into digital assets, following in the footsteps of countries like El Salvador and Bhutan, which have incorporated Bitcoin through state-led purchases and mining operations.
These developments have prompted Indonesian officials to reassess their reserve mix and consider whether digital assets offer advantages in a shifting global economy.
Presenters suggested that gradual adoption, through limited holdings or mining, could complement existing frameworks without disrupting traditional reserve structures.
