Indonesia and Hollywood Chamber Discussed New Partnership
The Indonesian government has held talks with the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce to explore a potential creative industry agreement.
Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Remote Work
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The Indonesian government has initiated discussions with the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce regarding a potential cooperation agreement for the creative industry. The talks aimed to connect Indonesian creative talent and intellectual property with global networks.
Why it matters
This partnership seeks to bridge Indonesian creative sectors with international industry players to foster talent development and co-production opportunities. Strengthening these ties could open new avenues for cross-border collaboration in the entertainment sector.
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce represents over 600 members and manages rights for the Hollywood Sign and Walk of Fame. These discussions took place during the 4th edition of the Indonesia-US Digital Technology Forum.
The players
Hollywood Chamber of Commerce
This organization represents more than 600 entertainment industry members and manages the intellectual property rights for the Hollywood Sign and the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Indonesian Consulate General in Los Angeles
This diplomatic body serves as the representative agency for Indonesia in Southern California and facilitated the recent discussions between the government delegation and local industry stakeholders.
The details
The Indonesian Consulate General in Los Angeles facilitated meetings between the delegation and local stakeholders to discuss intellectual property and talent development. The potential memorandum of understanding is designed to integrate Indonesian players into broader Hollywood-based networks.
Timeline
The 4th Indonesia-US Digital Technology Forum occurred in Los Angeles from October 5-8, 2026.
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce was founded in 1921.
Jakarta and Los Angeles established a sister city relationship in 1991.
Market Landscape
This potential agreement follows a long-term diplomatic framework established by the 1991 Jakarta and Los Angeles sister city agreement. By seeking formal ties with the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, the Indonesian government is positioning its domestic talent to compete within the global creative marketplace.
For industry professionals, these talks signal a potential increase in future co-production opportunities and cross-border creative partnerships. While consumers will not see immediate changes, this initiative aims to eventually diversify the types of creative content and talent available in the global market.
The takeaway
Building formal ties between international governments and established Hollywood organizations can serve as a catalyst for future industry growth. Such institutional agreements provide the structural support needed for domestic talent to access global production networks.
Further reading
For more information on the evolving landscape of international creative collaborations, see the Remote Work section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by TEMPO.
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