Technology, Media & Telecommunications
Overview
Indonesia has seen exponential growth in the telecommunications sector over the last decade in line with the inexorable rollout of cellular services across the archipelago. Similarly, the liberalisation of the media sector (print, broadcast and online) more than a decade ago has resulted in an explosion in the industry that has, for example, seen an increase in the number of national TV stations from one state broadcaster to more than ten private channels.
All of this has led to significant growth in the demand for legal advice on telecommunications and media issues, an area of the law in which AHP is at the forefront. Besides having a professional interest in the telecommunications and media sectors, all of our lawyers in the Technology, Media & Telecommunications Practice share a genuine passion for what they do and are therefore able to offer a combination of solid legal knowhow and an excellent understanding of the two industries, the technical aspects, the principal factors at work, and the key players in Indonesia. Thanks to our unmatched knowledge of the Indonesian telecommunications industry, we have also been entrusted to assist on a series of high-profile debt and equity offerings by prominent industry operators.
In the media sector, over the years we have advised a large number of companies in the print, broadcast and online sectors on their proposed acquisitions, establishment of new ventures and regulatory and content issues, including libel risks.
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Recognition
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Band 1 - TMTChambers Asia-Pacific (2025)
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Tier 1- IT, Telecoms, FinTechThe Legal 500 Asia-Pacific (2025)
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Outstanding - Technology and Telecommunicationsasialaw (2024)
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"Assegaf Hamzah & Partners has a strong TMT team, which not only possesses expertise in the practice area but also can advise on international best practice."Chambers Asia-Pacific (2025)
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"The group also demonstrates expertise in data protection and cybersecurity matters, as well as regulatory issues involving satellites."Chambers Asia-Pacific (2025)
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"Their understanding of the evolving regulatory landscape ensures that clients receive up-to-date and compliant advice, which is particularly crucial for e-commerce companies handling vast amounts of personal data. One of the standout features of AHP's TMT practice is its close relationship with governmental agencies, as well as its active engagement in public discussions."The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific (2025)
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"Assegaf Hamzah & Partners combines its regulatory and finance sector expertise with experience relating to tech, providing a full suite of TMT-related services across data protection, cybersecurity, telecoms, compliance, and more corporate work such as M&A, merger control, and finance."The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific (2024)
Assegaf Hamzah & Partners has a well-reputed legal team in Indonesia, routinely instructed by leading telecoms and technology companies on commercial and regulatory mandates."
Chambers Asia-Pacific 2025