ASIATODAY.ID, JAKARTA – The Indonesian government has officially launched a total reform of the national music royalties system.
Minister of Law, Supratman Andi Agtas, emphasized the government’s strong commitment to establishing a transparent, efficient, and fair system for all songwriters, performers, and music rights holders.
“It is puzzling to me that while the government is improving the ecosystem and management of music royalties, some parties are resisting. We are promoting transparency, yet some refuse. This raises a major question for me,” said Minister Supratman during the Open Meeting of the Minister of Law with National Music Industry Stakeholders at Graha Pengayoman, South Jakarta, on Friday, October 31, 2025.
The Minister warned that any rogue Collective Management Organization (LMK) refusing to comply with the new regulations will have its license immediately revoked. This step is aimed at ensuring legal certainty and safeguarding the rights of creators and rights holders.
According to Minister Supratman, the reform focuses on several strategic areas:
Full transparency in royalty management.
Adapting the system to the digital era for modern relevance.
Streamlined licensing to facilitate access for industry players.
Fair compensation for creators and rights holders.
As part of the reform, the National Collective Management Organization (LMKN) has launched the Inspiration platform, designed to strengthen royalty management. The Minister urged all LMKs to submit reports openly to the public.
“LMKN has launched the Inspiration platform. I urge LMKN to provide transparent reporting, including for all subordinate LMKs,” he stressed.
The government also pays special attention to small and micro businesses, ensuring they are not burdened by the new licensing system, while still protecting creators’ rights.
Minister Clarifies: Reform Will Not Harm the Industry
Supratman emphasized that the music royalty reform will not harm Indonesia’s music industry. The government will not monopolize royalties but will safeguard three key parties: creators, rights holders, and related rights owners.
“The music royalty ecosystem needs improvement to be healthier and more transparent. That is the government’s current focus,” concluded Minister Supratman.
At the end of the meeting, the Minister expressed regret over divisions among domestic music stakeholders, especially as the government works at the global level to promote their interests.
“It is regrettable that while the government is advocating for the interests of Indonesian music professionals internationally, internal conflicts persist at home,” he lamented.
The meeting was held in a friendly and cooperative atmosphere, with nearly all issues addressed and resolved on the spot. (AT Network)
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