The advent of the digital age has fundamentally reshaped the landscape of international relations, giving rise to digital diplomacy as an indispensable tool for states to engage with global audiences, promote national interests, and participate in multilateral discourse. For middle powers like Indonesia, digital diplomacy presents a unique opportunity to amplify their voice, foster economic partnerships, and contribute to global governance without relying solely on traditional power asymmetries. This article provides a comprehensive examination of Indonesia's policy and regulatory approaches to multilateral digital diplomacy. We analyze the strategic objectives guiding Indonesia's engagement in the digital diplomatic sphere, including its efforts in economic diplomacy, public diplomacy, and crisis communication within multilateral frameworks. Through a review of relevant national policies, legal instruments, and observed diplomatic practices, we identify the key pillars of Indonesia's digital strategy. We further discuss the challenges and opportunities encountered by Indonesia as it navigates the complexities of the digital realm, such as managing misinformation, ensuring digital literacy, and leveraging technology for sustainable development goals. By synthesizing current practices and policy directions, this study illuminates how Indonesia, as a prominent middle power, strategically employs digital tools and platforms to advance its multilateral foreign policy agenda, contributing to a more effective and inclusive global diplomatic environment.  

Digital diplomacy, Indonesia, multilateral engagement

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